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Ecuador's Original English Language Newspaper

Volume 7, Issue 03
October 23, 2022
No, it’s mine!

No, it’s mine!

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 […]

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The poverty rate in Ecuador fell 7 points in one year

The poverty rate in Ecuador fell 7 points in one year

The Government plans to undertake various strategies to further reduce the number of poor people in the country.

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Micro-trafficking group of minors broken up in Feria Libre market

Micro-trafficking group of minors broken up in Feria Libre market

After three months of investigation, authorities dismantled a gang that held minors, pregnant women and people with disabilities to commit crimes in Cuenca, such as drug micro-trafficking.

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Last week 10 urban radar systems began fining speeders 24 hours a day

Last week 10 urban radar systems began fining speeders 24 hours a day

These devices previously only worked from 07:00 to 21:00, according to the EMOV.

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The issue of fuel subsidies hangs over Ecuador even though other countries have shown a pathway to follow

The issue of fuel subsidies hangs over Ecuador even though other countries have shown a pathway to follow

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.

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Referendum: Executive insists on changing the powers of the Cpccs

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.

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Security report highlights high numbers of domestic violence in Cuenca

Security report highlights high numbers of domestic violence in Cuenca

The city also has a high percentage of alcohol consumption, related to gender violence.

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Government ends restrictions to enter the country

The Ministry of Health said that the covid-19 pandemic is under control, as the numbers of infections and deaths continue to drop.

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