The state secretary, who is under Chinese sanctions, is on a state visit to Beijing under the name 'Marco Lu'.
Trump calls Xi a ‘friend’ at state banquet after talks in BeijingTrump and Xi’s summit comes at a crucial moment for the global economy, as the war on Iran continues to disrupt trade.
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