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Volume 7, Issue 47
August 27, 2023
“A Sigh of Relief”

“A Sigh of Relief”

Sometimes, we become so engrossed in the big issues that it takes minor issues to jolt us back to reality and make us think about the things that truly matter to us. Codie and I have been deeply immersed in the entire election process here in Ecuador for the past few weeks, starting even before […]

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Panama Canal congestion: Economic impacts and water scarcity challenges

Panama Canal congestion: Economic impacts and water scarcity challenges

The Panama Canal, a marvel of modern engineering that has facilitated global trade for over a century, is currently grappling with an unprecedented maritime logjam.

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Cuenca Mayor Cristian Zamora’s first 100 days

Cuenca Mayor Cristian Zamora’s first 100 days

Cristian Zamora, the newly appointed mayor of Cuenca, has hit the ground running during his first 100 days in office. His primary focus has been on fulfilling the commitments he made during his campaign, and his endeavors are already yielding tangible results.

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Claro secures contract extension ensuring continued service in Ecuador

Claro secures contract extension ensuring continued service in Ecuador

The recent development concerning Claro’s contract extension signals a positive stride as the government greenlights the continuation of concession payments.

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González’s proposal to use $2.5 billion of Ecuador’s international reserves frightens economists

González’s proposal to use $2.5 billion of Ecuador’s international reserves frightens economists

One expert claims that González’s plan to take money out of the international reserve comes from “ignorance and demagogy.” 

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The future of mining concessions in Chocó Andino: Navigating the aftermath of the popular consultation

The future of mining concessions in Chocó Andino: Navigating the aftermath of the popular consultation

‘Quito Sin Minería’ are set to petition the Constitutional Court for a clarification concerning the ongoing operations of small-scale mining within the area.

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Constitutional Court backs state of emergency decrees amid surge of violence

Update to: Constitutional Court rejects decree laws on educational loans and company restructuring Published: volume 7, Issue 43 The Constitutional Court has given its approval to emergency decrees enacted by the government in response to a surge of violent incidents. The court has called on the Executive branch to adopt a multi-faceted approach in addressing […]

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Judge who reinstated political rights for Jorge Glas dismissed and penalized

Update to: Glas aims to overturn conviction in Ecuador following Brazilian court ruling Published: volume 7, Issue 45 Judge Jhon Rodríguez Mindiola, serving in the Multi-Competent Unit of Yaguachi (Guayas), has been relieved of his duties by the Electoral Contentious Tribunal. On August 24, 2023, Judge Rodríguez Mindiola’s position was terminated due to his decision […]

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