Water & Energy Emergency: Moldova enters a 60-day state of emergency in the energy and hydrological sectors from Sept. 26, as Dniester and Prut flows drop to unusually low levels and winter supply risks rise; authorities say the regime will speed up measures to keep electricity, gas and heating stable, with priority for hospitals, emergency services and critical infrastructure. Crisis Management: The National Crisis Management Commission approved steps including tighter control of electricity exports during peak hours, possible emergency support from neighbors if needed, and rail-prioritized fuel transport plus limits on fuel re-exports from Giurgiulești. Protected Nature Gains: Restoration and new management tools are strengthening Moldova’s protected areas, including habitat work and community-focused actions such as clearing illegal waste dumps and improving water infrastructure around reserves. Passport & Biodiversity Branding: From Oct. 15, Moldova will issue a new passport model with 100+ security features and biometric data, featuring flora and fauna imagery tied to Moldova’s biodiversity. Health Security at UN: Deputy PM and Foreign Affairs Minister Mihai Popșoi urged stronger global pandemic preparedness, highlighting Moldova’s work on early warning, lab modernization and coordination. EU Energy Efficiency Funding: Moldova is set to negotiate a World Bank IBRD loan (MEERM) to renovate public buildings, targeting at least 20% energy savings per site and cutting CO₂.