EU Social Policy Upgrade: Moldova’s Parliament approved in second reading the legal framework to connect to the EU social security coordination system, enabling electronic data exchange via EESSI so pensions and benefits can be processed faster without paper. EU Accession Momentum: Acting PM Eugeniu Osmochescu welcomed the European Parliament vote backing opening all remaining accession negotiation clusters, while EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos urged opening all clusters “as soon as possible” after Moldova’s high reform implementation. Prime Minister Consultations: President Maia Sandu scheduled consultations with parliamentary factions on nominating the next PM candidate for July 10–11. Financial Rules for EU Alignment: Parliament also backed reforms to harmonize Moldova’s financial collateral and guarantees framework with EU law, expanding the range of covered providers. MoldATSA Fallout: Igor Grosu said Anastasia Taburceanu returned 500,000 lei to the state budget and noted a MoldATSA employee resignation amid ongoing checks. Transnistria Trade: EU remains the main export market for Transnistria, taking nearly 77% of exports in the first half of 2026. Security & Diplomacy: Romania’s President Nicușor Dan told NATO partners to help strengthen Moldova’s defense capabilities, linking Black Sea security to energy and regional resilience.