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Joe Biden Offers Full Support to US Vice President-Elect Pence in First Meeting

© REUTERS / Carlo AllegriRepublican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence attends a campaign rally in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S. November 7, 2016
Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence attends a campaign rally in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S. November 7, 2016 - Sputnik International
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US Vice President Joe Biden discussed key policies with Vice President-elect Mike Pence and offered his successor support to ensure a smooth transition, the White House said in a press release.

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WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — Biden offered "his full support" to Pence in order to "ensure a smooth and seamless transition of power," the release added.

"The Vice President talked with the Vice President-elect about the key duties of the Vice President, and discussed a number of specific policy portfolios that have been a critical focus for him during his time in office," the release stated on Thursday.

Biden and Pence also spoke about current relations with NATO and countries in eastern Europe, according to the release.

Earlier on Thursday, President Barack Obama met with President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the process of the transition of power, including staffing and organization of the White House.

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