Energy & Crisis Response: Moldova is preparing for winter with a 60-day emergency over energy and hydrology risks, as Energocom seeks gas tariff recalculation after a 42% jump and ANRE review talks point to household gas prices potentially rising above 26 lei/m³. Gas Market Watch: A separate analysis revisits the 2022 “gas paradox,” when Moldova bought gas far cheaper than the European level, but later consumer pain surfaced as stocks and prices diverged. Parliament & Finance: Lawmakers passed a second-reading change to raise limits for foreign-exchange transactions that don’t need National Bank authorization, moving toward broader liberalization. EU/Development Outlook: The EBRD forecasts Moldova growth of 2.8% in 2026 and 3.5% in 2027, citing EU-backed investment support despite energy shocks. Media & Transparency: Moldova adopted a new mass-media law replacing the 1994 press rules, adding transparency on ownership/financing and protections for journalists. Reintegration Talks: Chisinau and Tiraspol held a closed-door “1+1” round on economic issues and the Convergence Fund, with restricted press access. Security & Airspace: President Sandu and Speaker Grosu condemned four unauthorized Russian drones over Moldova’s airspace, with explosions reported in the north. International Cooperation: Prime Minister Vasile Tofan told CNN the US is helping on energy independence and connectivity, while Moldova reiterated support for Ukraine’s sovereignty at the Crimea Platform.