Transnistria Tax Harmonization: Moldova will keep harmonizing the tax regime for goods brought by Transnistrian operators, starting Sept. 1 and aiming for a single framework by Jan. 1, 2030, with monitoring for deviations. Digital ID Rollout: Europe’s digital identity wallets are moving from pilots to production; in Moldova, FinComBank and Moldindconbank have begun integrating the government’s EVO wallet, with plans to expand services from 20 to 200 next year. Budget & Social Spending: The government approved a 2026 state budget revision, including 550 million lei for energy compensations next cold season and a 167.4 million lei increase to mandatory health insurance funds. Energy Costs Watch: Energocom says natural gas prices on the European exchange kept rising to 74.35 euros/MWh, driven by Middle East LNG risks and low storage levels. Trade & Logistics: Railway of Moldova transported 46,500+ tons of export and transit goods in August, mainly agricultural products; Nova Post also entered Canada, pushing international delivery and a future franchise rollout. EU Accession Blocked Again: Hungary blocked further EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova for a third time, tying progress to minority rights commitments. Local Governance Reform: Moldova’s city-hall merger reform is on track: 63% of mayors’ offices have opted for voluntary amalgamation, with 292 expected to remain in 2027. Anti-Corruption: CNA and prosecutors carried out searches tied to consumer protection inspectorate officials.