Merkel: Germany must stay vigilant in coronavirus fight

20 Apr 2020 • 9:46 PM MYT
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the country needed to 'remain vigilant and disciplined'. — AFP pic

BERLIN, April 20 — Germany must stay cautious and disciplined in its fight against the coronavirus outbreak to avoid a relapse in the coming weeks, Chancellor Angela Merkel said today.

Germany would only see in two weeks’ time whether today’s partial relaxation of restrictions on public life pushes up the infection rate, Merkel told reporters, adding: “We must remain vigilant and disciplined.” — Reuters