Border Security & Drones: Moldova is boosting early risk detection with a Passenger Information Unit and goTravel cooperation, as Russian Geran-4-style drone fragments and overflights keep triggering alerts and investigations. Energy Costs & Protests: Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban calls for a Sept. 28 protest against planned gas and heating tariff hikes after ANRE published draft increases. Gas Bill Fallout: Igor Dodon claims Moldova overpaid about $330m for gas after cutting ties with Gazprom, arguing EU prices were still worse than the old formula. New Passport From Oct. 15: The Public Services Agency unveiled a redesigned passport with 100+ security elements, while current passports remain valid until expiry. Public Buildings Upgrade: Parliament backs talks for a $50m World Bank IBRD loan to renovate public buildings under an energy-efficiency mechanism. Diplomacy & EU Path: PM Vasile Tofan meets Dutch PM Rob Jetten in New York on EU accession support and investment; Moldova also discusses expanding ties with Egypt. Legal Accountability: Prosecutors seek harsher charges against Igor Dodon in the “Black Bag” case. Public Life: Children with hearing impairments taught MPs sign language in Parliament.