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European Pulse Forum Discusses EU Challenges and Strategies

4/10/2026

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On April 9, 2026, Politico hosted the European Pulse Forum in Barcelona to present polling data from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Spain.
The data show public views on the transatlantic relationship and the European Union (EU)'s ability to address challenges.
Attendees discussed strategies for rising energy prices and a possible European army.
Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, and European Commission officials Teresa Ribera and Stéphane Séjourné attended.

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Story summary

On April 9, 2026, Politico hosted the European Pulse Forum in Barcelona to present polling data from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Spain.
The data show public views on the transatlantic relationship and the European Union (EU)'s ability to address challenges.
Attendees discussed strategies for rising energy prices and a possible European army.
Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, and European Commission officials Teresa Ribera and Stéphane Séjourné attended.