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President Barack Obama has announced the US is fully lifting its embargo on sales of lethal weapons to Vietnam, its one-time enemy. | |
Speaking during a visit to communist Vietnam and talks with its leaders, Mr Obama said the move removed a "lingering vestige of the Cold War". | |
He said both sides had "developed a level of trust and co-operation". | |
Mr Obama's visit comes amid warming ties, as the US seeks to build its relationship with its Pacific allies. | |
Vietnam had been arguing for an end to the arms embargo, which has been in place for decades though was partially lifted in 2014. | |
Mr Obama said it was "clear from this visit that both our peoples are eager for an even closer relationship". |