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Melania Trump's whirlwind tour of Asia: All the best photos


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November 8, 2017
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One year after winning the presidential election, Donald Trump and Melania Trump shared a rare moment of PDA in Seoul on 7 November. The first lady, who is currently on a tour of Asia with her husband, looked characteristically stylish wearing a sculptural coatdress by Delpozo. The advocate for children completed her look by sweeping her hair up into a chic ponytail. 

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A beaming Melania joined Choi Min-ho, a member of the South Korean boy band Shinee, at the "Girls Play 2!" Initiative held at the US Ambassador's Residence in Seoul. The pair waved to South Korean middle school students during the programme, which is an Olympic public diplomacy outreach campaign.

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The first lady helped kick off the "Girls Play 2!" Initiative less than 100 days ahead of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics. Melania was on hand to encourage female participation in sports.

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Melania signed a guest book while her husband Donald and South Korean President Moon Jae-In and his wife Kim Jung-sook looked on at the presidential Blue House in Seoul on 7 November. The first lady of the United States was greeted by schoolchildren outside Blue House and sang along to Twinkle, Twinkle in English with them.

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The mum-of-one cheered her husband during a state dinner with South Korea's President Moon Jae-In held at the presidential Blue House on 7 November. Melania stunned for the formal affair wearing a navy embellished gown by J. Mendel.

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Melania was the picture of elegance as she arrived to the Imperial Palace in Tokyo to meet with Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. The first lady and President Donald Trump, who are currently on an 11-day tour of Asia, visited the royal residence on 6 November.

Barron Trump's mother opted for a demure, caped dress by Dior for the royal meeting. Melania paired the navy design with Manolo Blank heels. The first lady traded her signature blowout for an intricate updo. The 47-year-old and the Empress, 83, conversed via an interpreter, while their respective husbands chatted nearby.

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Melania joined Japan's First Lady Akie Abe at a local elementary school on 6 November, where they were warmly embraced by students. Donald's wife posed for photos with the children, throwing peace signs up with them.

"I enjoyed the time I was able to spend in Japan," First Lady Melania Trump said in a statement. "It was a pleasure to once again spend time with Mrs. Abe, and discuss many of the issues facing each of our nations. I learned so much about the rich traditions and history of this beautiful country, and want to personally thank Prime Minister and Mrs. Abe for being such gracious hosts."

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During the outing to the school, the mum-of-one visited a fourth grade classroom, where she admired their Japanese calligraphy. "Beautiful characters," she said. When asked if she would like to try, she replied, "Fantastic, would love to."

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Melania was the lady in red at a state banquet on 6 November. The first lady looked radiant wearing a dress by Valentino.

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Donald and Melania kicked off the first leg of their tour arriving at Tokyo's Yokota Air Base on 5 November. The first lady wowed in a $4,800 striped coat by Fendi that featured appliqué detailing. Following their arrival to the air base, the pair thanked members of the military for all that they do to protect the United States.

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Melania reunited with Japan's First Lady Akie Abe on the first day of her tour of Japan. The pair met with divers during their visit to the Mikimoto Pearl head shop in the Ginza district of Tokyo on 5 November.

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The president and his wife were all smiles as they posed beside Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Akie Abe at a restaurant in Tokyo on 5 November. The group enjoyed a private couples dinner at Ukai-Tei. Ivanka Trump's stepmother swapped her Fendi coat for an evening black coat for the occasion.

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En route to Asia, the first couple paid a visit to Honolulu, Hawaii on 3 November. The first lady, dressed in a creme Dior number, and president threw flowers while visiting the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.

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First Lady Melania and President Donald Trump departed the White House on 3 November to begin their 11-day trip to Asia. Barron Trump’s mother showed off her fashion credentials wearing a cobalt belted fit-and-flare coat by Emilio Pucci. The first lady completed her stylish look with her signature stilettos and shades.

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