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President Donald Trump says in a welcoming ceremony for Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison that "today we celebrate the long-cherished and unwavering friendship between the United States and Australia."
Trump and Morrison will participate in a day filled with meetings, a joint press conference and a lavish state dinner, the second one of Trump's presidency.
Trump says tonight's Rose Garden state dinner "will be quite something."
Morrison told the president in reply, "thanks mate."
Morrison says the Australian delegation brings with it the thanks and respect of 25 million Australians for the U.S.
The two leaders are seeking to demonstrate a strong alliance with Morrison saying the world is a better place with the United States and that the two nations "see the world through the same lens."
The welcoming ceremony included Marine Band performances of the national anthem of both countries and a 19-gun salute and inspection of troops.
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