The White House hosted the nation’s governors for its annual dinner, bringing together state leaders from across the country for an evening that blended ceremony with policy discussion.

President Donald Trump welcomed governors and their spouses to Washington, using the occasion to emphasise cooperation between federal and state governments on economic growth, border security, infrastructure and public safety.

In remarks delivered during the event, the president praised governors for what he described as their frontline role in driving job creation and maintaining community resilience.

The annual dinner, a longstanding tradition, provides an opportunity for bipartisan engagement outside formal legislative settings.

Governors from both parties attended, reflecting the continuing importance of intergovernmental dialogue amid a dynamic policy environment.

Senior administration officials said discussions during the gathering and in related meetings focused on strengthening domestic manufacturing, coordinating disaster response efforts and aligning workforce development initiatives with evolving industry needs.

Education policy and energy strategy were also cited as areas of active collaboration.

President Trump highlighted what he called strong economic performance and renewed investment across multiple states, crediting state-federal partnerships for advancing shared goals.

He encouraged governors to continue working closely with federal agencies to streamline regulations and accelerate project approvals.

While policy differences remain on certain issues, attendees described the evening as constructive and forward-looking.

The event underscored the White House’s emphasis on direct engagement with state executives as a key component of national governance.