“From my point of view, Europe, the European Union is facing the greatest test since its foundation. This is a big challenge to the health of our population, ”she said during a press conference at RIA Novosti.
According to Merkel, coronavirus has affected all EU states equally.
“In the interests of all, in the interests of Germany is a way out of a strong Europe from this test,” she concluded.
Earlier, EU Foreign Minister Josep Borrel called on the international community to cooperate in the spread of coronavirus.