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Today, June 10, the border authorities of the Republic of Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine signed a Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Fight Against Transnational Crime.

The chaotic rollout of the new European Entry/Exit System (EES) risks being prolonged: Frontex acknowledges that it could take up to two years for the system to fully stabilize. In the meantime, passengers at the Schengen area’s external borders continue to face long lines, varying procedures, and glitches in the collection of biometric data.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union are stepping up their support for digital development in regions outside the EU where the EBRD operates, including in partner countries in Eastern Europe.

A new EU platform designed to support innovators and startups across Europe was launched this week at the European Innovation Summit in Brussels.

According to the latest report from the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA), European apple stocks in early May 2026 once again exceeded last year’s levels for the same period.  

The media market will be regulated by a new law that establishes an updated legal framework for media organizations, defines the concepts of market concentration and editorial responsibility, and provides for measures to ensure the transparency and independence of journalism.

As of the end of 2025, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) was conducting 535 active investigations in Romania, involving an estimated loss of €6.05 billion.

The Ministry of Finance intends to reform the budget process by limiting amendments to the state budget to one adjustment per year. This measure is part of the effort to harmonize national legislation with European Union norms and standards.

Ion Ceban, the mayor of the capital, shared his reaction following the decision by a Romanian court of first instance on the lawsuit he filed against Romania’s foreign minister.

The low capacity of government agencies to utilize budget allocations and external funds remains a persistent problem in public administration. This was discussed at a joint meeting of the Committee on Economy, Budget, and Finance and the Committee on Public Finance Oversight, where the progress of the state budget’s implementation was reviewed. Lawmakers are wondering whether the authorities will be able to absorb future large-scale EU funds.

The Republic of Moldova will begin negotiations with Romania on signing an agreement regarding the construction, operation, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure of strategic interest to both countries, including the Ungheni Road Bridge across the Prut River.

The initiative was drafted by Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The countries submitted the relevant document for discussion within the European Union.

There are approximately 13,000 civil society organizations registered in the Republic of Moldova, of which about 5,000 are actively operating.  In recognition of their work, the ninth “Civil Society 2026” Gala was held in Chisinau, where seven organizations received European Union awards for outstanding achievements and solidarity.

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) ended 2025 with record-breaking results. These figures have already surprised many experts and will continue to be closely examined in many EU countries for some time to come.

Parliamentary elections were held in Armenia on June 7. The party led by the country’s incumbent Prime Minister, Nikol Pashinyan, emerged victorious. During the election campaign and subsequent political debates, the topics of relations with Russia, Armenia’s participation in the Eurasian Economic Union, and the prospects for deepening cooperation with the European Union were repeatedly raised.

Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu stated that the Republic of Moldova is on the verge of an “important announcement” from the EU, and expressed hope that the breaks between the negotiation clusters on accession would not be too long.

The total value of assets and economic resources frozen in Moldova in 2025 as a result of restrictive measures exceeds 44.7 million lei. According to the report on the implementation of international sanctions, 439 such assets and resources were identified and frozen during the specified period.

On June 9, Ungheni hosted the international forum “Border Security: Institutional Development for Future Challenges,” dedicated to strengthening regional cooperation in the field of border management and security.

The escalation of the conflict in Iran is causing serious financial difficulties for major Chinese e-commerce platforms.

According to the National Program for the Republic of Moldova’s Accession to the European Union (PNA), the deadline for the full implementation and harmonization of national customs legislation with EU standards is set for the end of 2026.