EU Growth Plan for Moldova: The European Commission released a third tranche of €157m after Moldova met 18 Growth Plan reforms, bringing total support to about €661m and covering areas from energy and the green transition to governance and labour markets. Smart agriculture push: Moldova’s agriculture ministry says it will scale “smart agriculture” nationwide using digital tools, AI, satellites and soil science, with a science-based sector study planned for 2027/next June. Water and climate risk: Moldova faces continued water-supply pressure as Dniester flows fall, with earlier reporting warning that a further one-metre drop could threaten Bălți’s water supply. Dniester water monitoring: The environment ministry reported stabilization of Dniester levels near Cosăuți station, underscoring how closely conditions are being tracked. Refugees and work: UNHCR argues Moldova can’t afford not to integrate refugees into the labour market, citing a Ukrainian teacher’s return to her profession as a dignity-and-economy win. EU enlargement safeguards: The Commission outlined pre-enlargement reforms and stronger safeguards, including a 15-year probation idea to prevent “no more Viktor Orbán” scenarios. Moldova’s EU timeline: Moldova says it aims to complete technical work for accession negotiations by early 2028 and be ready for EU membership by 2030. Regional security forum: NATO’s Rose-Roth seminar in Chisinau focused on hybrid threats, disinformation and protecting critical infrastructure. Tourism and nature: China’s ambassador promoted Moldova’s landscapes and “authentic natural environment” to boost Chinese tourism and cultural exchanges. Travel weather alert: Moldova’s embassy in Spain urged citizens to avoid flood-hit areas amid severe Mediterranean storms.