India-Moldova diplomacy: President Droupadi Murmu has launched a landmark three-nation visit to Moldova, North Macedonia and Romania, with the first-ever Indian presidential trip to Moldova and North Macedonia and a Romania visit after more than three decades; in Chisinau on July 20 she will meet Maia Sandu, Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, the Moldova-India Parliamentary Friendship Group, and business and diaspora representatives, with cooperation expected in agriculture, healthcare, IT and education. Water security: Moldova and Ukraine agreed to keep Dniester releases at 100 m³/s until July 31, but drought fears remain as officials warn Chisinau’s intake pumps could be affected if flows drop after reassessment. EU integration & government reshuffle: Moldova opened EU accession negotiations on Cluster 6 “External Relations,” while Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan presented his cabinet team ahead of a July 21 confidence vote. Energy & cost of living: Moldovans can buy the least gas with an average salary in Europe, amid Energocom’s push for higher gas tariffs. Public order in Chisinau: Road and access restrictions are set for July 20 during Murmu’s visit, including limits around the city center and routes to the airport. Business & governance: AmCham urges faster harmonization of Moldovan financial reporting rules with EU standards, including sustainability disclosures, and calls for reducing burdens on small firms.