President Macron said that France has seen progress with slowing the spread but that that is no reason to lift the order. The four-week extension will give France the ability to test anyone presenting COVID-19 symptoms, which will allow for better containment of the virus, according to the French leader.
He offered a rough timeline for how the country may reopen, starting with schools in May and ending with restaurants in July. The President also announced a set of measures to support people and businesses in areas affected by the disease.
