EU–Moldova Summit: Leaders in Brussels doubled down on Moldova’s EU path, reaffirming the “future within the European Union,” while also putting security and resilience front and centre amid Russia’s war and hybrid threats. Protected Areas Governance: Moldovan local authorities and NGOs studied participatory management models in Romania’s Danube Delta and Măcin Mountains National Park, focusing on community involvement and ecosystem services. Transport & Decarbonisation Funding: The EU launched a €1.1bn TEN-T call for smarter, more sustainable infrastructure, with Ukraine and Moldova included to strengthen rail, maritime decarbonisation and military mobility. Waste & Recycling Upgrade: Moldova is moving toward separate collection, sorting and recycling aligned with EU standards, aiming to replace makeshift dumping with modern infrastructure and close non-compliant landfills. Energy Storage & Industry Signals: REPT BATTERO highlighted growth in energy storage and sustainability at Intersolar Europe 2026, underscoring the wider push for cleaner grid flexibility. Biodiesel Demand: Analysts say Moldova could benefit from EU biodiesel-driven demand for rapeseed and vegetable oils, improving its position as a key supplier. Public Sector Pay Reform: Moldova plans salary increases for about 170,000 public employees, alongside changes to vacation rules and performance-based allowances.