Latest news in Moldova? September 18th, 2026

Explosion Investigation Near Chișinău: Moldovan police opened an investigation following reports of a loud explosion heard around 4:20 a.m. in Colonița, approximately 2 kilometers east of the capital. The search expanded into the nearby villages of Dolinnoe and Maximovca, with authorities urging residents to report any suspicious findings.

Strategic Infrastructure Investment: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) alongside the European Union announced upgraded support initiatives targeting key strategic transport and road corridors across Moldova.

Child Protection Reform Summit: International child welfare specialists concluded a multi-day knowledge exchange in Chișinău, reviewing Moldova’s transition from institutional childcare to community- and family-based welfare models.

Preparations for Moldova Business Week: The government and the Invest Moldova Agency finalized arrangements for Moldova Business Week, focusing on European market integration, foreign investment, and export opportunities.