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Pinned post – 9.48AM Prominent business executives and politicians are among the guests on Wednesday (AEDT) at the White House for a state dinner honouring Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Many of the guests highlight President Joe Biden’s push to boost ties between the US and Australia on critical minerals, technology and space. Caroline Kennedy, US ambassador to Australia and Edwin Schlossberg arrive at the state dinner. AP Attendees include Macquarie Group CEO Shemara Wikramanayake, Lynas chief executive Amanda Lacaze, BlueScope chief executive Mark Vassella, University of Canberra chancellor Tom Calma and CSIRO board member Professor Alex Brown. Also attending are...