The ECU-911 receives the largest number of reports of domestic violence on weekends. Between January and October 2022, there were 84,429 of this type of call recorded.
These devices previously only worked from 07:00 to 21:00, according to the EMOV.
Every two years, the WWF presents its Living Planet report on the loss of biodiversity. And this year the verdict is that sharks are in grave danger from aggressive fishing. Mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish have suffered an unprecedented drop, of 69% of their population since 1970. But the worst part is carried by […]
The International Day of the Fight against Breast Cancer, which is commemorated every October 19, is an opportunity to reinforce prevention against this disease
The arrival of the transnational fast fashion company in the country sparked an economic, environmental and social discussion.
Fuel subsidies impact more than just the price at the pump and a coordinated effort in targeting is a must for Ecuador to move forward.
The two questions about the reorganization of the Citizen Participation Council may be carried out through a constitutional referendum.
The Government delivered two questions to the Constitutional Court for the referendum on the powers of the Cpccs. For now, there are six approved questions.
The delay in the sale of real estate projects results in less liquidity in the construction sector, which is having a hard time recovering after the pandemic.
The city also has a high percentage of alcohol consumption, related to gender violence.
The Ministry of Health said that the covid-19 pandemic is under control, as the numbers of infections and deaths continue to drop.
Ecuador ranks third in the prevalence of food insecurity in South America, behind Argentina and Peru, according to a study published by the FAO.
There is a good article in this paper this week about fuel subsidies. As I read it, in conjunction with what I know about all the “dialog tables” that happened between the government and the social organizations (mainly the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador, or ‘Conaie’), I can’t help but feel that this country […]
Social organizations and the government reached dozens of agreements. Failure to reach agreement on fuel subsidies is the biggest outstanding issue. The dialogue tables between the government and social organizations were officially closed on October 14, 2022. These spaces for debate —which were installed after the national strike of June 2022— ended with agreements, disagreements, some unsigned minutes and offers of follow-up. According to the […]
The Government plans to undertake various strategies to further reduce the number of poor people in the country.
Illegal mining is surrounding and entering Cofán Bermejo, as revealed by satellite images and deforestation alerts from the Global Forest Watch platform. In the north of the Ecuadorian Amazon there are five protected areas that are home to enormous areas of...
With this ruling, President Guillermo Lasso must issue an executive decree calling for a vote. This document will return to the Constitutional Court to review the form of the questions. Two questions must go through the National Assembly. President Guillermo Lasso ‘s referendum proposal received the first approval of the Constitutional Court (CC). The magistrates […]
The table between the government and indigenous organizations did not specify anything in relation to the fuel subsidy. All knew that it was going to be difficult to reach a common position, but at least, after the June 2022 strike, there was a willingness and...
I flew back from the US this week, flying first from Miami to Quito and then Quito to Cuenca. Usually a pleasant trip, albeit long. This time was an exception, but not because of my flights. Rather, because of someone who flew with me. But let me back up a second. While I was in […]
Update to: It does not say you can block the roads Published: Volume 6, Issue 50 The dialogue tables between the Government and the carriers will be held every 15 days and will be evaluated every month, according to the Minister of the Interior, Juan Zapata. The Government and representatives of the transport sector said, […]
The public company Petroecuador dispatched a total of 14.5 million gallons of diesel for the fishing sector, between January and August 2022. The figure includes diesel 2 and premium, delivered to the shrimp, tuna and other fisheries industries that receive the subsidized fuels. The amount represents an average daily dispatch of 60,388 gallons for the fishing sector. The amount of diesel delivered to this sector […]
Update to: Fuel subsidies will reach $4 billion in 2022 Published: Volume 7, Issue 1 According to the Minister of Transportation, Darío Herrera, only 20% of registered users have three or more than three vehicles. The tuna boat union rejects a possible withdrawal of the diesel subsidy. The national government subsidized fuels for $2.194 billion […]
The Constitutional Court partially accepted the partial objection for unconstitutionality sent by President Guillermo Lasso, against the reforms to the Communication Law. The body unanimously accepted 12 of the 18 objections that the Executive had presented. These reforms, which were approved by the National Assembly on July 22, 2022, were included in a minority report — supported mainly by the […]
Guayas, Pichincha and Azuay present the biggest problems, even though the ANT says that people should not wait more than a week to renew the license. The renewal of a driver’s license can be added to the list of procedures that are difficult to carry out in Ecuador. The wait for a turn to obtain […]
With these levels it becomes difficult to generate employment and economic growth. The Ecuadorian middle class is minimal and fragile. The most prosperous economies in the world, with higher levels of employment and investment, are those that have the majority of...
According to the World Bank, Ecuador has the best budget results in the region, but the cut in investment will affect GDP growth.
Bufeo or Inia geoffrensis and Tucuxi are the two species of river dolphins severely threatened in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
I think all expatriates have a small idea in the back of their minds that they will someday ‘return home.’ I know I held that belief for a long time. But for me it’s a little more complex because my wife is from Europe, not the US. So where would we go if we ever […]
Update to: Mexico and Ecuador continue to negotiate a critical free trade Published: Volume 6, Issue 52 The Secretary of Economy of Mexico, Tatiana Clouthier, surprisingly resigned from her position, on October 6, 2022. Raquel Buenrostro, who was director of the Tax Administration Service (SAT), will replace her. Clouthier’s departure occurs just when negotiations are […]
Ipsos surveyed over 700 Ecuadorians to learn how they perceive the country’s economic situation. Only 8% of those surveyed believe it is positive.