Microsoft founder Bill Gates’ casual style was the subject of criticism in some South Korean media on Tuesday after he shook hands with President Park Geun-Hye, with one hand in his pocket.
The picture of the meet-and-greet between Gates and Park on Monday was splashed on the front page of every national daily, some of which cropped out the offending pocketed hand while most chose to highlight it.
“Cultural difference, or an act of disrespect?” the JoongAng Ilbo wrote in the accompanying caption.
“Disrespectful handshake? Casual handshake?” the Dong-A Ilbo asked.
