What was the dresscode for the banquet? I spotted several gentlemen in suit-and-tie. Even the "highest" citizen of the nation (the Chairman of the Chamber) wore just his old sweaty day suit-and-tie...
The Chinese guests wore traditional wear which 'disguises' it but it looks like the State Banquet was not white tie, not black tie even?
This means that grand jewels and sashes are now no longer linked to a dresscode. Or this means that the dresscode is free but the King and Queen stick to gala? "Modernization" à la belge? Very confusing! I hope to see an oldfashioned royal gala again with more royals (Astrid, Claire, etc.)