CLEAN : WHO urges stricter measures as Belarus virus cases surge

The video discusses the ongoing pandemic, emphasizing the need for long-term outbreak response over the next 12 to 18 months. It highlights the global impact of actions taken in Belarus and the interconnectedness of the world due to the virus. The video also notes the beginning of community transmission, with case counts doubling every two to three days. The latter part of the transcript contains various unrelated remarks.

What preparations does the speaker suggest are necessary for outbreak response activities?

What is the significance of the phrase 'the virus has connected us all'?