Environment Policy & Wildlife: Moldova’s environment minister paused a plan to allow hunting 3% of the roe deer population, launching wider consultations to protect forests while balancing farmers’ concerns. EU Environment Visit: EU Commissioner for Environment Jessika Roswall will visit Chisinau on 29–30 June, focusing on environmental protection, sustainable water management, and the circular economy, including a stop at Capriana’s wastewater and sewage network. Energy Infrastructure (Grid Resilience): Moldova signed the contract for the 400 kV Balti–Suceava overhead line, aiming to boost Romania interconnection and integrate Moldova’s grid into the EU market. Energy Infrastructure (Next Steps): Testing and energization of the 400 kV Vulcănești–Chișinău power line are set to begin by end of June, ahead of commissioning. Heat & Power Upgrade: Termoelectrica’s new cogeneration plant is moving forward: a grant agreement will fund technical studies and environmental/social assessments for a ~250 MW electricity and 180 MW thermal facility. Connectivity & Climate-Relevant Transport: The EU launched a Connectivity Agenda Platform to coordinate investments across transport, energy, digital links, and trade—part of efforts to strengthen routes that bypass Russia. Governance & Minorities (Social Cohesion): President Maia Sandu met OSCE’s High Commissioner on National Minorities, stressing EU accession as a guarantee of equal rights and discussing Gagauzia and information environment.