Hydrological Emergency: Moldova’s Dniester crisis is deepening fast. The Novodnistrovsk reservoir has dropped to about 111 m versus a normal ~121.5 m, and Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder says the minimum discharge can no longer be guaranteed; authorities are now planning for lower flows (theoretically 30 m³/s) by adjusting intake and supply infrastructure. Water Supply Coordination: Prime Minister Vasile Tofan convened Environment, “Apele Moldovei,” Chisinau city hall and Apă-Canal to review scenarios as Cosăuți intake levels fall and reserves tighten; President Maia Sandu also warned drought could repeat “year after year” and urged work at intake stations plus alternative sources. Energy Strategy: The Government approved Moldova’s Energy Strategy 2026–2050, aiming to cut imported energy dependence, expand renewables, and integrate with the EU market. EU Enlargement Roadmaps: Brussels is preparing “roadmaps” and “gradual integration” tools for candidates including Moldova, with October proposals expected. Black Sea & Blue Economy: Bulgaria hosts a Black Sea Stakeholder Conference highlighting sustainable marine ecosystems and investment priorities. Business & Investment Push: Moldova Business Week opened in Chisinau, with renewed focus on cutting bureaucracy and attracting investment, including World Bank-backed reforms and irrigation planning.