U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a State Banquet in Buckingham Palace hosted by Britain’s Queen Elizabeth (2nd R) as Camilla (L), the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Philip (R), the Duke of Edinburgh look on, in London May 24, 2011. Obama was treated to royal pomp at Buckingham Palace Tuesday on a two-day state visit aimed at ensuring the United States and Britain keep the “special” in their relationship. REUTERS/Lewis Whyld/PA Wire/Pool (BRITAIN – Tags: POLITICS ROYALS)