Daniel Noboa’s First Year in Office: Progress Amid Persistent Challenges
Ecuador’s youngest president navigates a year of economic reform, energy crises, security threats, and political strife.
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A Shaky Road Ahead for Noboa
Published on November 26, 2024
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Let me start by saying I like Noboa, and I want him to be re-elected in 2025. But here’s the reality: he’s in trouble, from all sides. It’s not just the usual political opponents; the pressure’s coming from everywhere—journalists, the public, international organizations. There’s no margin for error, and the media […]
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