Previously Sanctioned Rubio Accompanies Trump to China, Beijing Offers Explanation
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- 📰 Published: May 14, 2026 at 11:20
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US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a state visit, accompanied by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who was previously sanctioned by China. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian explained that the sanctions targeted Rubio's actions during his time as a Senator, indirectly confirming the ban was lifted amid warming US-China relations.