A big moment: Downing Street have just released the seating plan for the G20 dinner. The protocol officials seem to have done a decent job because it is hard to pick the best place to sit. We’ve decided that Felipe Calderon of Mexico has a pretty good spot, with Russia and Brazil to his left and right, and China and France opposite (well, if Sarko turns up). We’re wondering what Gordon Brown will have to say to Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.
Some other important details to report. Downing Street have confirmed that there will be a veggie option (possibly for the Indian premier?) There is no exchange of gifts as part of the bilateral but the heads of delegations will tomorrow receive a “selection of produce that highlights British talent”. The trip was worth it then.
Jim Pickard
Kiran Stacey
