NATO & Security: A NATO Political Committee visit to Chisinau (Aug 25–26) focused on Moldova’s security risks, including Russian drones and missiles violating airspace, cyberattacks, disinformation, and threats to critical infrastructure. Defense Governance: Moldova’s “Supreme Defense Council” is set to be replaced by a “National Security Council,” with changes to military command structures and conscript medical fitness rules; the bill is open for public consultation until Sept 7. Prison Health Reform: Moldova’s Justice and Health ministries signed a roadmap to integrate prison medical services into the national healthcare system, with care quality protected regardless of detention status. Food Safety & Consumer Info: ANSA says mandatory food labels must be in Romanian on packaging, including for imported products. Employment & Health Sector Jobs: ANOFM reports 4,851 unemployed people found jobs since the start of 2026 (16,006 total since Jan), with health and social care among hiring sectors. Education for Future Medics: Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy will hold a welcome ceremony for first-year students on Sept 1. Public Health Funding: The National Health Insurance Company will allocate 2.5 million lei for drug prevention projects.