Adolf Ogi, the former Swiss Federal Councillor, reflects on his influential New Year’s Day speech from 2000 as Switzerland marks 25 years since the turn of the millennium. He expresses gratitude for the nation’s progress despite global challenges such as war and environmental disasters. Ogi recalls the memorable aspects of his speech and its impact on Swiss culture, highlighting the importance of hope and resilience. He emphasizes the need for continued collective effort to maintain the country’s success as it moves forward.