Boris Johnson and Angela Merkel at joint press conference at Chequers

The transcript highlights a speech welcoming Angela Merkel to the UK, reflecting on her visits and the strong UK-Germany relationship. It discusses trade, education, and automotive ties, and outlines future collaborations in culture and energy. The speech also emphasizes annual cabinet meetings and global diplomacy, and celebrates scientific achievements, including vaccine development and the establishment of the Herschel Medal for women in astrophysics.

What historical significance does the speaker attribute to the meeting of the German and UK cabinets?

What was highlighted about the collaboration in vaccine development between Germany and the UK?