CLEAN : COVID-19 can be characterised as a pandemic: WHO chief

The transcript highlights concerns about the rapid spread and severity of COVID-19, as well as the lack of action to address it. It concludes with the assessment that COVID-19 is characterized as a pandemic.

What concerns are raised regarding the spread and severity of COVID-19?

What is the overall tone of the statements made about COVID-19?

What levels of inaction are mentioned in relation to COVID-19?

What assessment has been made regarding COVID-19?

How is COVID-19 characterized according to the text?