Putin and Obama break at the G20 to cuddle some koalas

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Rex Santus
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Putin and Obama break at the G20 to cuddle some koalas
Credit: Svetlana Lukash

It looks like the G20 Leaders' Summit, where heads of state come together to discuss pressing international issues, isn't all business.

Apparently, there are "cuddling sessions" at the conference, which takes place this weekend in Brisbane, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott led the koala-cuddling charge, posing for a photo with U.S. President Barack Obama and some new furry friends.

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Credit: G20 Australia 2014

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Post by The White House.

Even Vladimir Putin couldn't resist cozying up with one these little guys.

While we know it isn't all love between our world leaders, it seems they're willing to set aside some differences when it comes to adorable marsupials.

The good times don't stop with the cuddling sessions, either. German Chancellor Angela Merkel kicked back with some Brisbane locals when she arrived in Australia on Friday, according to News.com.au.

German Chancellor Angela #Merkel having a good time in #CaxtonStreet. Pic: Sarah Keayes #G20 #AUSPOL pic.twitter.com/ZMnB7tkBaq— Аясніё Моояэ (@ArchieM00re) November 14, 2014

Wish we were there.

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