Portugal's Costa criticises Netherlands over commitment to EU


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  • Saturday, 11 Apr 2020

FILE PHOTO: Portugal's Prime Minister Antonio Costa speaks during a news conference on coronavirus at Ajuda palace in Lisbon, Portugal March 18, 2020. REUTERS/Rafael Marchante/

LISBON (Reuters) - Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa said on Friday that the Netherlands' attempt to block economic support to fight the coronavirus raised questions about the future of the European Union.

"If under these conditions it's not possible for Europe to ensure a common response to this challenge, this is a sign of great concern for those who believe in Europe," Costa said in an interview with local news agency Lusa.

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