Biden welcomes Prime Minister Kishida and praises Japan’s growing clout on international stage

Guests at the state dinner for Japan's prime minister will share the feel of walking over a koi pond

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Jill Biden is honoring the friendship between the United States and Japan by transforming the State Floor of the White House into a vibrant spring garden for a glamorous dinner that she and President Joe Biden are hosting for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. And she’s replacing the red carpet in the main hallway with a special floor covering intended to give the 200-plus guests invited to Wed…

Biden hosts Japanese prime minister for a state visit that sends a message to China

Washington (CNN) — President Joe Biden hosts Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio for a state visit Wednesday, including a crucial Oval Office meeting, reinforcing his commitment to bolstering vital partnerships

Biden holds joint press conferences with Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida

President Joe Biden hailed Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for bold leadership as he welcomed the Japanese leader to the White House on Wednesday.

Biden Welcomes 'Global Partner,' Japan's Kishida, at White House Summit

During a White House state visit Wednesday focused on joint defense cooperation to deter an aggressive China, President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will showcase a strong and growing partnership.

Biden welcomes Japan's prime minister in show of unity to China

President Biden will also host Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos at a crucial time in U.S.-China relations.