U.S. will ease restrictions on defense sales related to maritime security . `` Well , in part , '' she said , `` in order to fully integrate Vietnam into maritime security initiatives that , you know , we have partnerships on throughout the region . '' The deal is expected to be signed by the end of this year, according to a senior administration official. The policy shift follows aggressive Chinese drilling efforts in disputed seas .
U.S. will ease restrictions on defense sales related to maritime security . The deal is expected to be signed by the end of this year, according to a senior administration official. The policy shift follows aggressive Chinese drilling efforts in disputed seas .