Energy & Water Emergency: Moldova has entered a 60-day state of emergency in the energy and hydrological sectors as the Dniester and Prut face unusually low flows and winter supply risks rise, with Parliament approving the measure and the National Crisis Management Commission rolling out steps to protect electricity, gas and fuel continuity. Hydrology Focus: Officials say the hydrological deficit is worsening and that authorities are prioritizing critical services and managing peak-hour electricity exports while monitoring fuel stocks and transport routes. Crisis Response Measures: The CNMC approved priority supply rules for hospitals, emergency services and critical infrastructure, plus limits on exports and tighter controls on fuel movements through the Giurgiulesti Free Port. Protected Nature Work: Restoration and management upgrades are strengthening Moldova’s protected areas, including habitat restoration, waste cleanup, and new tools for protected-area administrations. Biodiversity-Inspired Passports: Moldova’s Public Services Agency will issue a new passport model from October 15 with a redesigned look inspired by nature and biodiversity and more than 100 security features. Law Enforcement Tech: Moldova is also proposing a national facial image registry to support suspect identification, missing persons searches and identification of human remains using facial biometrics. Renewables Permits: Moldova is simplifying the process for permits to produce energy from renewable sources, aiming to speed up approvals. International Health Security: Deputy PM and Foreign Affairs Minister Mihai Popșoi urged stronger global pandemic prevention and response coordination at the UN, highlighting Moldova’s lab and early-warning upgrades.