EU–Moldova Jobs & Social Rights: The European Commission and Moldova reaffirmed cooperation on education, employment, skills and social policy, with EU support via NDICI and Growth Plan funding, plus steps toward Erasmus+ association. Poverty Watch: Moldova’s National Bureau of Statistics reports poverty “retreated” in 2025, while noting methodology changes that affect how comparisons should be read. Cross-Border Worker Benefits: Moldova is set to align social security coordination and worker mobility rules with EU law, including unemployment benefits for cross-border workers and job-seekers abroad. Public Health & Safety Rules: New tobacco and nicotine restrictions in Moldova will expand smoke-free areas and tighten rules around minors, with key changes taking effect from June 24. Health System Resilience: Moldova’s climate program planning includes projects to make the health system more resilient to climate risks, alongside forests, waste and decarbonization. Local Health & Community: Dniester Day messages from Moldova’s leaders stress the river’s role in public health and community safety, urging protection of water resources. Accident Update: A Moldovan-registered minibus accident in Suceava, Romania left several Moldovans injured, with consular staff monitoring care.