Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit: Moldova’s Maia Sandu joined leaders in Kyiv on Ukraine Statehood Day as the group adopted the Kyiv Declaration backing Ukraine’s sovereignty and pushing tougher sanctions on Russia; Serbia was the lone holdout, refusing to sign while pledging humanitarian aid. Energy & Winter Resilience: Ukraine and Moldova discussed coordination of energy systems and autumn-winter preparations, with Moldova framed as a key partner for regional energy resilience. EU Defense Industry: The EU and Ukraine launched a Defense Industrial Partnership, including plans for joint drone/anti-drone production and anti-ballistic missile work—an area where Moldova’s regional security role keeps coming up. Moldova Gas Costs: ANRE is set to review Energocom’s proposal that could lift household gas tariffs by about 45% (around +6.5 lei/m³), driven by higher purchase costs. Construction & Logistics: Government approved a new phase for the Drochia bypass road (TEN-T link), aiming to reroute transit traffic and cut congestion. Agriculture: Moldovan winegrowers set the expected 2026 harvest price range; table grape producers are debating break-even levels amid rising input costs. Workforce & Education: Moldova approved 9,013 state-funded university places for 2026–2027, with more spots in engineering and construction-related fields. Local Security: Moldova’s defense minister said a drone crash near Copanca wasn’t detected due to low-altitude terrain limits, followed by a controlled detonation.