Did this actually happen?

I have just been sent this 'true story'. Have you seen or heard it yourself?

I wonder if it actually did take place.

It is claimed to be a true story from the Japanese Embassy in the US .

A few days back, Prime Minister Mori was given some Basic English conversation training before visiting Washington to meet President Barack Obama...

The instructor told Mori Prime Minister, when you shake hands with President Obama, please say " How r u". Then Mr. Obama should say, "I am fine, and you?" Now, you should say "Me too ". Afterwards we, translators, will do the work for you."

It looks quite simple, but the truth is...

When Mori met Obama, he mistakenly said "who r u?" (Instead of "How r u?")

Mr. Obama was a bit shocked but still managed to react with humor:
"Well, I'm Michelle's husband, ha-ha... "

Then Mori replied " me too, ha-ha.. .".

Then there was a long silence in the meeting room.

What do you think?

PKP