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Ruto seals deals in US as his party learns survival tips in Beijing trip

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President William Ruto makes a toast during a state dinner at the White House, Washington, on May 23, 2024. [PCS, Standard]

As President William Ruto was clinching bilateral deals in the US with his entourage sampling a sumptuous State dinner at the White House, his UDA party was also hunting for goodies in China.

At the White House, the AP reported that Thursday's dinner honouring the Kenyan President, offered around 500 guests stunning DC views, a knockout menu, a dose of celebrity and even a little family drama.

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