It“s in China, where the President used to wear Mao-shirts and has upgraded to regular suits and tie. Black-tie is not normal for state events, and I doubt they“ve ever considered white-tie.
--Previous Message-- : State visit ? No banquet no black or white tie : ! Quite disappointing : : : --Previous Message-- : The Danish royal website has several : pictures : from the Danish state visits to China. : : During the official welcoming ceremony, the : Queen wore a blue coat and turquoise : earrings, and when she removed the coat, a : large modern turquoise necklace appeared. I : believe Her Majesty wore the same dress and : jewels during the state banquet. : : : : : : :