White House State Dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
The White House hosted a state dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, with notable guests including former President Bill Clinton, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and actor Robert De Niro. Vice President Kamala Harris and other prominent figures were also in attendance. The event featured a meal of house-cured salmon and dry-aged ribeye steak, and singer Paul Simon performed.
Key Points
- Quoting Star Trek for diplomacy
- Diverse guest list from politics, business, and entertainment
- Enjoyed a luxurious meal and entertainment
Pros
- Strengthening Japan-U.S. relationship
- High-profile guests in attendance
- Cultural exchange through music performance