Ukraine Transit Deal: Moldova and Ukraine agreed a 50% cut to rail transit tariffs for Ukrainian cargo through Moldova’s CFM, starting Aug. 10 and running until end-2026, aiming to capture part of up to 6 million tons of 2026 exports and keep the route profitable for the railway. Rail Travel Update: Kyiv–Chișinău train No. 351/352 will add a stop at Revaca station, with passengers able to transfer free to a shuttle for Chișinău International Airport (ticket required for the train; shuttle is included). Airspace Tensions: Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi says the Aug. 9 drone explosion near Crocmaz is likely Russian, with Moldova recalling its ambassador to Moscow for consultations after the incident and warning air-defense coverage still isn’t complete. Foreign Exchange Liberalization: The government approved higher ceilings for FX operations without National Bank authorization—100,000 euros now, rising to 250,000 euros from Jan. 1, 2028—aimed at simplifying procedures for residents, including the diaspora. Refugee Support: Moldova will add about 12.5 million lei in grants to support 11 shelters for roughly 630 Ukrainian refugees, covering utilities, staff, food, and hygiene. EU Integration Deadlines: Prime Minister Vasile Tofan urged civil servants to meet end-of-August targets for EU accession clusters, noting many are canceling or postponing leave to deliver reports on time. Transnistria Labor Data: Over 23,000 Transnistrian residents are officially employed on the right bank of the Dniester in H1 2026, up sharply year-on-year, with most jobs concentrated around Chișinău.