Germany's Merkel says drastic steps required to fight COVID-19

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said at a press conference on Wednesday that drastic steps are required to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

It is important to slow the spread of the virus so that the health system is not burdened with too many cases at once, said Merkel.

"It's about saving time," for that drastic steps are required. Politicians, the police and medical services must remain as functional as possible, however, the economy should not suffer too much damage, according to the chancellor.

(XINHUA)