The German Chancellor addresses her nation once a year, in a pre-recorded New Year's message. It has been a real transformation for Merkel, who began the year as a lame duck leader. Gero Neugebauer, renowned German political scientist, said Merkel's scientific background had shaped her response to the crisis -- and added to her credibility. The coronavirus crisis has helped Merkel regain her international voice and credibility at a crucial time for her future legacy. This is the end," Wolfgang Merkel added.

Source: CNN May 07, 2020 04:49 UTC