Hidden high heels, controlled camera angles and shorter bodyguards - some of the methods that Russian president Vladimir Putin has reportedly used to conceal his real height.

But there was nowhere to hide when Putin stood next to Daniel Chapo, Mozambique's towering 6ft 8in president, who is believed to be the tallest world leader . At a comparatively diminutive 5ft 7in, Putin could not compete.

The two leaders shook hands at the Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow on Tuesday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin greets Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo (AFP/Getty)

Chapo later shared pictures where he could be seen looming over Putin.…