Education Modernization: Moldova approved an EIB financing deal to renovate and equip 20 “model schools,” including lab upgrades and digital infrastructure, as part of a wider push to modernize learning spaces. Energy Efficiency: An EU Green Week 2026 event highlighted energy-saving and resource-recovery upgrades for wastewater plants across Eastern Partnership countries, with AI-based optimization and sludge valorization case studies. Energy Security (US): A U.S. bipartisan bill—POWER Moldova Act 2026—was introduced to strengthen Moldova’s energy resilience, track infrastructure progress, and share renewable-energy technologies, alongside a planned $130m grant for a 400 kV Strășeni–Gutinaș line. Cyber & Fraud Prevention: Parliament registered a draft law to curb telephone and digital fraud, including real-time operator warnings for “internet calls” and identity checks for prepaid SIM purchases. Media Reform: MPs gave a positive opinion on a new Mass Media Law aligned with EU standards, aiming for transparency, editorial responsibility, and a register of media providers. Tech & Business: Moldova’s HiTech Park is set to support 20,000+ jobs by combining research and business on 50 hectares, while Iute Affinity expanded its digital ecosystem with access to international medical expertise via Further. Diplomacy & Mobility: The government approved talks with Tunisia to abolish visas for holders of diplomatic, service, and special passports.