Chinese President Xi Jinping Meets Queen Elizabeth II

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets Britain's Queen Elizabeth II and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at Buckingham Palace in London on October 20. Mr Jinping arrived for a four-day state visit as the government of Prime Minister David Cameron seeks stronger trade ties with the world's second-largest economy.

  • Mr Jinping talks to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge while Britain's Queen Elizabeth II sits next to him during his visit to Buckingham Palace.
    Mr Jinping talks to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge while Britain's Queen Elizabeth II sits next to him during his visit to Buckingham Palace.
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  • 170 guests were expected for the dinner hosted for the Chinese President.
    170 guests were expected for the dinner hosted for the Chinese President.
  • The list of guests included Prince William, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, British Prime Minister David Cameron and Finance Minister George Osborne among others.
    The list of guests included Prince William, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, British Prime Minister David Cameron and Finance Minister George Osborne among others.
  • Queen Elizabeth II accompanies Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan as they arrive for the state banquet.
    Queen Elizabeth II accompanies Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan as they arrive for the state banquet.
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  • Mr Jinping raises a toast with the Queen during the dinner.
    Mr Jinping raises a toast with the Queen during the dinner.