WHO Launches Review of Covid-19 Pandemic Response

The transcript discusses the need for a thorough and honest evaluation of global pandemic preparedness and response. It introduces former Prime Minister Helen Clark and former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as Co-Chairs of the Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response (IPPR). The transcript highlights their backgrounds and emphasizes the importance of learning from past events to prevent future tragedies.

Why is the evaluation described in the video considered important?

• It is a way to gather data for future reports.

• It is a requirement by international law.

• It is a serious effort to learn and improve.

• It is a standard report that needs to be completed.

Who are the co-chairs of the independent panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response?

• Former President Barack Obama and former Chancellor Angela Merkel

• Former Prime Minister Helen Clark and former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

• Former Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and former President Bill Clinton

• Former Prime Minister Tony Blair and former President George W. Bush

What notable achievement is associated with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf?

• She received the Nobel Peace Prize.

• She was the first female president of New Zealand.

• She was a co-founder of the World Health Organization.

• She led the United Nations Development Program.

What is the primary goal of the independent panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response?

• To create a new global health organization.

• To develop vaccines for future pandemics.

• To organize international health conferences.

• To provide an honest assessment and recommend preventive actions.

What is the global commitment mentioned in the video regarding future tragedies?

• To say 'never again' to such tragedies.

• To ensure all countries have equal healthcare access.

• To establish a new international health treaty.

• To increase funding for health research.