But it was closer to home that Macron’s COVID infection spurred other leaders to take their own tests. The German government said Merkel tested negative for the coronavirus after the EU summit. He also held talks with Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa on Wednesday. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent Macron his best wishes. Prime Minister Jean Castex will also self isolate after coming into contact with Macron over the last few days, although he has tested negative, his office said.

Source: bd News24 December 17, 2020 17:34 UTC