Mike Pence insists US has 'strong commitment' to Europe

"Whatever our differences, our two continents share the same heritage, the same values and above all the same purpose."

US vice president Mike Pence has moved to allay EU fears about the strength of Washington's support for the union and its commitment to European security through the Nato military alliance.

During meetings in Brussels, Mr Pence said he was acting on behalf of President Donald Trump "to express the strong commitment of the United States to continued cooperation and partnership with the European Union".