Modi exchanged pleasantries with Obama and the two were seen laughing.
Won’t let go of you: PM Narendra Modi holds on to US President Barack Obama’s hand while Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker gather for a group photo. Photograph: Damir Sagolj/Reuters
Should we sit together? Modi huddles with Obama before the welcome dinner in Hangzhou. Photograph: Stephen Crowley/Pool/Reuters
After you, please: Modi and Obama are immersed in conversation as they head for a group photo. Photograph: Damir Sagolj/Reuters
Why so glum? It seems Modi is missing his bestie when he’s not by his side. :-) Photograph: Mark Schiefelbein/Pool/Reuters
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