An awkward exchange stole the show at this week’s NATO Summit in Madrid.

During a meeting with Canadian leader Justin Trudeau on Thursday in Madrid, Anthony Albanese’s North American counterpart appeared to forget his name.

“It’s a real pleasure to be meeting with… a great progressive leader,” Mr Trudeau said.

So this begs the question… What can Justin Trudeau do to remember Albo’s name next time?

4x Australian Memory Sports Champion Tansel Ali told Joe Hildebrand the best way to remember a name is to associate it with something you can visualise.

“If you can visualise Bob, bopping up and down in your head you’ll remember it!”

Press PLAY below to hear the Memory Champion’s tips and tricks

“It’s a real pleasure to be meeting with, ah…”

During an awkward exchange at this week’s NATO Summit in Madrid, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appears to have forgotten Anthony Albanese’s name. FULL DETAILS: https://t.co/5igndRrxur #9News pic.twitter.com/hczUvoq0Sf

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