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Leaders and other dignitaries from the G-20 nations join together on June 28 for a photo session in Osaka. (Pool photo)

In pictures: G-20 summit in Osaka

Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Shinzo Abe take the initiative during global meeting

OSAKA -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe played the role of host during the Group of 20 summit in Osaka on Friday and Saturday, but he was also a facilitator in bringing together U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping for direct talks.

The American and Chinese leaders capitalized on Abe's hospitality and on Saturday agreed to restart their trade negotiations. This is a recap of some of the gatherings, events and activities that took place in Osaka over the past two days.

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