Five years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, reflections on its impact and lessons learned continue to emerge.

Former Swiss Interior Minister Alain Berset, who led the country’s pandemic response, emphasized the challenges of decision-making under uncertainty.

He highlighted the inevitability of mistakes in crisis management and the importance of acting decisively rather than freezing in fear.

Meanwhile, Swiss author Jonas Lüscher, who survived a severe COVID-19 infection, has channeled his experience into his latest novel.

Lüscher criticized the lack of public reflection on the pandemic’s social and political consequences, warning that avoiding such discussions is risky as future crises loom.

Both figures underline the enduring need for solidarity and critical, constructive dialogue to navigate crises effectively.