Ecuador Secures Continued IMF Support for Economic Reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its review of Ecuador's economic program. The IMF's technical team met with local...
November 9, 2024Section
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Ecuador’s Inflation Dips: Economic Challenges Persist
Ecuador's economy faces a complex set of challenges as it navigates through 2024. The country's inflation rate has shown a...
November 8, 2024
Ecuador Presidential Candidate Halts Public Campaign Due to Death Threats
Pedro Granja, a left-wing candidate for Ecuador's presidency, has decided to stop his public campaign. This move comes after he...
November 7, 2024
Ecuador’s Power Crisis Sparks Diplomatic Plea to Colombia
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa reached out to his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, seeking help amid a severe electricity shortage. The...
October 28, 2024
Ecuador Extends Power Rationing to 14 Hours Daily Amid Severe Drought
Ecuador grapples with an unprecedented energy crisis as the country extends power rationing to 14 hours daily. The government attributes...
October 25, 2024 Ecuador Shifts Stance on Western Sahara, Backs Morocco’s Autonomy Plan
Ecuador's recent decision to withdraw recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (RASD) marks a pivotal moment. Analysis from The...
October 23, 2024
Ecuador’s Emerging Role in Coca Production
Ecuador has recently gained attention as a budding coca producer, highlighted by President Daniel Noboa's announcement
October 23, 2024
Ecuador’s President Appoints New Minister of Production Amid Energy Crisis
President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador has appointed Luis Jaramillo as the new Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investments, and Fisheries....
October 21, 2024
Ecuador’s Congress Initiates Political Trial Against Interior Minister
Ecuador's National Assembly has voted to initiate a political trial against Interior Minister Mónica Palencia. Coverage and analysis from The...
October 18, 2024