Wachau European Forum Calls for a Radical Shift in Thinking on Safety and Health

Under the forward-looking theme “The Next 30,” the Europa-Forum Wachau became the epicenter of European future policy from May 18 to 22, 2026. Marking its 30th anniversary, the forum in the heart of Lower Austria brought together a high-caliber international group of leaders from politics, business, and academia. The unanimous conclusion of the intensive debates: In light of global geopolitical upheavals, Europe must transform itself from a project focused solely on prosperity and regulation into a resilient, digitally sovereign, and economically agile actor.