Water & Drought Watch: Moldova and Ukraine agreed to keep Dniester River flow at 60 m³/s for the next two weeks after earlier proposals to cut it to 50 m³/s, as drought pressures Novodnistrovsk reservoir levels and raises risks for water supply and electricity imports. Agri-Food & Climate Adaptation: New Agriculture Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu set priorities for EU integration, “smart agriculture,” and irrigation to cope with drought, alongside improving the subsidy system and building a stronger agri-food value chain. EU-Linked Economic Reform: New Economy Minister Claudiu Năsui pledged to push European integration and reduce red tape for entrepreneurs, aiming to connect Moldova’s economy to international markets. Waste & Circular Economy: ABS 2000 opened a glass recycling plant in Buzău (80,000 tons/year), supported via Romania’s NRRP funding and maib, recycling used glass into secondary raw materials. Local Production Push: Moldova’s “Local Product 2026” exhibition drew 300+ companies at Moldexpo, with ministers highlighting support for domestic producers. Energy Sector High Alert: Moldova extended a high-alert regime in the energy sector and hydrology, as heavy rain warnings and water-reserve concerns continue. Policy & Safety: Moldova moves to tighten rules for agricultural machinery authorization via conformity certificates, linking compliance to technical and environmental safety. Cybersecurity: Reports say Russian-linked BlueDelta used HOOKEDGE malware and macro Word lures to target defense and diplomatic organizations across Europe.