President Obama has officially endorsed Hillary Clinton as the Democratic Party presidential nominee.

 

His endorsement came after meeting Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders who has been battling Hillary Clinton for the nomination.

 

Speaking in a video tweeted out by Hillary Clinton, Obama said she may be the most qualified person "ever" for the role of president.

 

The two are set to start campaigning together soon.

 

The two ran against one another for the Democratic nomination in 2008 and Obama later made Hillary Clinton Secretary of State.

 

Speaking to Reuters following the endorsement, Hillary Clinton said Obama's endorsement "means the world".

 

"It is absolutely a joy and an honour that President Obama and I, over the years, have gone from fierce competitors to true friends," she said.