European Commission President: Clean Technology Is the Future

The speaker emphasizes the importance of a global response to the pandemic, highlighting the European Union's leadership in raising funds for vaccine development and ensuring equitable access. The need for a sustainable recovery is stressed, with investments in clean and digital technologies. Europe's recovery plan, Next Generation EU, aims to build a resilient and fair economy, focusing on the European Green Deal and digital advancements.

What is the primary goal of the COVAX facility mentioned in the first section?

• To develop new digital technologies

• To ensure global access to safe vaccines

• To invest in fossil fuels

• To increase commodity prices

According to the second section, what should governments focus on to avoid past mistakes during recovery?

• Investing in fossil fuels

• Increasing commodity prices

• Investing in clean and digital technologies

• Reducing investments in infrastructure

What percentage of the Next Generation EU recovery plan is allocated to projects linked to the European Green Deal?

• 10%

• 20%

• 50%

• 37%

What is the main focus of the European Union's recovery plan as discussed in the third section?

• Investing in fossil fuels

• Developing new vaccines

• Investing in green and digital projects

• Increasing commodity prices

How much is the European Union planning to invest in digital projects as part of their recovery plan?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%