Moldova–US Security & Energy: Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi met the new US ambassador Joseph Mark Burkhalter, stressing a “solid partnership” and highlighting the US-financed Strășeni–Gutinaș power line as a concrete step for energy security. Parliament & HiTech Park: MPs set Oct. 2 plenary priorities including EU-aligned fiscal changes and a first reading to declare Moldova HiTech Park works a public utility of national interest, alongside transport safety and postal-service financing rules. EU Research Integration: Moldova and the European Commission discussed deepening research and innovation ties under Horizon Europe, noting rising Moldovan participation and the Argus AI selection for an EIC Pre-Accelerator programme. Energy Strategy 2026–2050: Government approved a long-term plan to cut import dependence, boost renewables, and push digitalization and research—aiming to align Moldova’s energy system with the EU market. Industry Modernization: A new 2027–2028 action plan targets competitiveness via investment, skills, energy efficiency, and R&D support instruments. STEM & Education: USMF awarded state merit scholarships to seven students; meanwhile, the University of the Third Age expanded to four groups and added “Digital Seniors” courses for older learners. Tech Business Growth: Evolution Dome appointed Cyber Event as its official Romania distributor, expanding temporary-structure deployments across Moldova and the region. EU Single Market Roadmap: A leaked EU draft suggests “gradual integration” for candidates, with Moldova expected to gain staged access to markets and EU programmes before full accession.