Parliament Returns: Moldova’s autumn parliamentary session kicks off Sept. 1, with EU accession harmonization at the top of the agenda as new negotiation clusters roll out step by step. Independence Day Honors: President Maia Sandu signed decrees awarding state distinctions to dozens of figures and institutions, including the CEC head, IPP executive director, and Promo-LEX president. Independence in Action: Thousands filled Chișinău for Independence Day events, including a major concert and a military parade with NATO-linked partner participation, while leaders stressed that “peace” must be backed by defense. Trilateral Security Push: At a Moldova-Romania-Ukraine meeting, Nicușor Dan, Sandu, and Zelenskyy pledged continued cooperation on infrastructure, energy, and countering drone threats. Energy Update: Romania’s president said the Cernavoda shutdown won’t jeopardize Moldova’s supply thanks to regional grid interconnections, with reactor restart expected in weeks. Transnistria Alert Extended: The separatist administration prolonged its “yellow terrorism” alert until Oct. 30. Economy Shake-Up: New Economy Minister Claudiu Năsui defended his appointment and framed reforms as “medicine” for a “sick” economy. Gagauzia Vote Calendar: The electoral period begins for Gagauzia’s People’s Assembly elections on Nov. 15, with the campaign set to start Oct. 16. Drone Incursions: Moldova reported multiple Russian drone violations, condemning the “intimidation” as the conflict spills beyond Ukraine.