Boris Johnson answering questions at Downing Street press briefing

The transcript discusses the significant impact of the pandemic in the UK and highlights the importance of multinational cooperation, especially in vaccine development. It stresses the need for global collaboration to combat pandemics and opposes restrictions on essential supplies like PPE, drugs, and vaccines across borders.

What is the speaker's view on the readiness for future pandemics in the UK?

In what way does the speaker believe cooperation is essential in fighting pandemics?