Romanian Language Day & Education Policy: Moldova marked Romanian Language Day with the 4th Great National Dictation in Chișinău and at least 16 districts, drawing nearly 3,500 participants; Speaker Igor Grosu said the language is now enshrined in the Constitution as the state language, while PM Vasile Tofan framed learning Romanian as a sign of respect and a bridge for all citizens, and Education Minister Dan Perciun pushed earlier access from kindergarten plus more communication-focused curricula. Agriculture & Biosecurity: ANSA detected the quarantine pest grapevine flavescence dorée phytoplasma in vineyards and mother plantations, triggering eradication and control steps to limit spread. Cybersecurity & Defense Espionage: Researchers report Russia’s GRU-linked BlueDelta using a Windows backdoor called HOOKEDGE that routes stolen data through Microsoft Edge, targeting defense and diplomatic networks in Romania, Spain, and Türkiye. Critical Infrastructure Tech: Terra Drone announced a DEFTECH partnership in Malaysia for ISR drones and counter-UAS systems, expanding its defense and critical infrastructure protection footprint. Customs & Nuclear Safety Tech: Moldova and U.S. partners discussed upgrading customs detection and risk-analysis tools for radioactive material smuggling, including training and modernization of existing infrastructure. Medical Tourism: A new brief highlights Moldova’s dentistry-led medical tourism boom, driven by lower costs and fast treatment cycles for foreign patients.