Higher Education & Skills: Moldova will add six new bachelor specialties from the 2026–2027 academic year, including Bioinformatics and Pharmacy Assistance, and will negotiate a higher-education cooperation memorandum with India covering exchanges, joint research, and qualification recognition. Student Life & Infrastructure: Over 200 students at Chisinau’s “Ion Creangă” Pedagogical University will move into a dormitory renovated to “European standards,” supported by a World Bank-backed project. Agri-Food Modernization: The “Livada Moldovei II” program gets a €150m EIB loan, targeting horticulture, viticulture, livestock and aquaculture, plus irrigation, food safety, and digitalization. Digital Governance in Sports: Moldova is set to launch a national digital sports register to centralize data on athletes, coaches, clubs, and federations and reduce paperwork. Dual Education Funding: Employers in Moldova’s dual education system can recover 50% of eligible costs for students’ practical training, with applications open for each academic year. Public Services Fees: The Public Services Agency adjusts passport and driver’s license fees, citing higher costs and new security features. Health Sector Growth: Medpark reports revenue growth to 870m lei, driven mainly by medical services and expanded diagnostics and specialized care. Independence 35: Moldova’s independence anniversary program includes 20+ events on Aug 27, while a Romanian Language Day concert on Aug 31 is cancelled to cut spending. International Tech Benchmark: El Salvador’s customs modernization using AI and analytics earns recognition from the World Customs Organization and SECO, with Moldova listed among countries in the same training program.