AI Governance: A UN panel says AI is advancing faster than governments can regulate, warning that existing safety mechanisms can’t keep up. Food Security & Trade: Romania’s wheat prices jumped after the Sea of Azov blockade; Moldova is watching whether Black Sea routes stay risky and prices keep shifting. Transnistria Propaganda & Waste: In the so-called Transnistria, separatists plan to start “History of Transnistria” from 5th grade, while residents face worsening garbage and illegal dumps amid new waste fees. Wildlife & Farmland Protection: Moldova recommends measures to protect farmland from wild boars, including electrified fencing, deterrents, and fast reporting of damage. EU Support for Resilience: The EU approved a new €120 million defense package for Moldova via the European Peace Facility, adding to earlier EPF help. EU Accession Momentum: Moldova is set to open EU Cluster 6 (external relations, defense, hybrid threats) as part of enlargement talks. Environmental Compliance Watch: Romanian driving licences reportedly found at a landfill in Moldova alongside medical and plastic waste, prompting calls for investigation. Energy Connectivity: Vertical Gas Corridor capacity bookings exceeded expectations, with Moldova among participating countries as market integration expands.