Mandatory Military Training: Moldova is considering a bill that would require many men up to age 55 to complete up to 42 days of training, with questions raised about exemptions, school impact, and rollout timelines. Waste & Recycling Upgrade: Moldova is moving toward EU-standard separate collection, sorting, composting and modern landfill closures, with tougher penalties planned once infrastructure is in place. Forest Inventory Launch: The government approved Moldova’s first National Forest Inventory cycle to build a clear, up-to-date national picture for forest protection, climate adaptation and biodiversity reporting. Maritime Environment Rules: Parliament adopted accession to two IMO conventions on shipwreck removal and safe, environmentally sound ship recycling—aimed at protecting the marine environment and navigation safety. Green Finance for SMEs: The EBRD is commissioning a study on “green” certification to help Moldovan SMEs access green financing and EU value chains. Energy Efficiency Push: FEERM’s housing modernization and renewable co-financing is scaling up, targeting lower energy use and better living conditions. Public Pay Reform: A major public sector salary reform would raise pay for about 170,000 workers, with changes to bonuses and vacation rules.