EU Integration Watch: President Maia Sandu chaired the first meeting of the National Commission for European Integration with the new government, reviewing progress on the 2026 National Accession Program and interim benchmarks for justice and fundamental rights. Investment & Tourism Links: Moldova will start investment protection talks with Sweden and Kazakhstan, while a new cooperation protocol with Turkey is set to support projects in areas including environmental protection; tourism cooperation is also being pushed, including efforts to expand China–Moldova tourism ties and sustainable partnerships. Environment & Enforcement Capacity: The INSP received five EU-supported vehicles under ISTROS to strengthen anti-poaching and illegal fishing patrols in the Dniester basin; meanwhile, about 90 environmental inspectors trained on better documentation of infringements to reduce annulments. Local Climate Action: Covenant of Mayors – East marked 15 years of local climate and energy work in the Eastern Partnership, focusing on energy efficiency, emissions cuts, renewables and adaptation. Waste & Infrastructure: Chisinau’s waste sorting transfer station is moving toward installation of a modern sorting line, funded by EBRD, EIB and E5P alongside the city. Road Safety & Pollution: The long-awaited Slobozia-Mare bypass reopened to traffic, built with EBRD support to divert heavy transit traffic away from towns and reduce pollution and safety risks. Energy Efficiency for Households: The EU-backed EcoVoucher Programme helped a four-child family replace an old inefficient washing machine, cutting electricity bills. Weather Alert: Meteorologists issued a yellow code for atmospheric instability in central and southern Moldova.