Public Sector Pay Reform: Moldova’s government is preparing a major overhaul of the public sector pay system, aiming to cut pay inequities and simplify remuneration rules. About 170,000 employees in education, health care, culture, sports and local administration could see raises of 10–30%, with changes planned from autumn. Leave Rules Update: Starting 1 Jan 2027, annual leave will be calculated in working days (not calendar days), with standardised regimes across public roles and preserved leave already built up by 31 Dec 2026. Active Ageing Grants: The Labour and Social Protection Ministry awarded grants to 11 non-profits to support active ageing projects across Moldova, targeting communities where older people can stay engaged. Child Support Enforcement: Parliament adopted a draft law so parents who evade child support may face administrative arrest or unpaid community service. Health & Safety in Focus: A conscript soldier injured during training is in serious but stable condition after surgery. Medicine VAT Debate: Former Health Minister Ala Nemerenco criticized plans to raise VAT on medicines from 8% to 20%, warning of higher prices and reduced access. Digital & Security: Moldova warns of Russian-linked personal-data theft used for scams and hybrid pressure, while MDED proposes digitalization and deregulation steps to cut business compliance costs.