World Leaders Reflect on Covid Pandemic in New Year's Speeches

The transcript reflects on the extraordinary year marked by the coronavirus pandemic, highlighting the societal and governmental challenges faced. It emphasizes America's resilience and the hope for overcoming the pandemic, with a positive outlook towards 2021 and events like the Tokyo Olympics as symbols of triumph.

In what ways does the text suggest that the pandemic has been a challenge of the century?

What hopes does the author have for the Tokyo Olympics in relation to the pandemic?