Energy Modernization: Moldova’s Ministry of Energy and the World Bank (IBRD) signed a US$1.7M grant to prepare Termoelectrica’s new high-efficiency combined heat and power plant for Chișinău, including studies, environmental and social assessments, and technical documentation under RESHAPE-Moldova. Climate & Public Health: A record-breaking European heatwave is pushing tens of millions—including Moldova—toward extreme temperatures, with scientists warning such June conditions are “virtually impossible” without climate change and WHO reporting 1,300+ excess deaths since 21 June. Digital Transformation: MIDIA is being integrated into BizRadar to help Moldovan entrepreneurs assess and improve their digital maturity using a standardized approach. AI in Software: Appsfactory promotes an “AI Development Lifecycle” that replaces traditional sequential SDLC management with an agent-first model for faster, governed delivery. Healthcare Cooperation: Belgium plans to expand support for Moldova’s healthcare system, focusing on resilience and capacity building for prevention and emergency response. Agritech: The BERRIES project backs berry growers with weather stations and biofertilizer methods, aiming to boost yields and resilience under harsher conditions.