Ecuador’s initial decline in violent crime reversed in 2025, with record-breaking murders highlighting the country’s ongoing security crisis.
Ecuador’s Crime Crisis Deepens Despite Efforts to Curb Violence
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Volume 9, Issue 17
February 2, 2025
Economic Struggles Deepen Amid Rising Informal Employment and Poverty
Ecuador faces rising poverty, worsening job conditions, and growing inequality as informal employment and economic struggles intensify.
Presidential Race: A Tight Contest as Election Day Near
Ecuador’s presidential race tightens as polls show Daniel Noboa and Luisa González in a near deadlock.
The Golden Age of Absurdity
Look, I wasn’t planning to write this week’s column about the political circus in Washington. Really, I wasn’t. I had every intention of reflecting on something lighter—like, say, the existential dread of aging or perhaps the cultural significance of socks. But no, Trump had other plans for me. When you look at the chaos individually—the […]
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Vice President Abad Awaits Constitutional Court Ruling as Legal Options Narrow
Verónica Abad contests her reassignment and legal setbacks while awaiting a pivotal Constitutional Court decision.
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Government Minister Calls for Constitutional Reform, Citing Outdated Framework
Ecuador’s government calls for constitutional reform, with plans for a Constituent Assembly to replace the outdated 2008 charter.
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Manabí Police Intensify Crackdown as Violent Crime Surges
Police intensify operations in Manta and Portoviejo, targeting organized crime leaders as homicides surge amid gang turf wars.
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Esmeraldas Refinery Faces Prolonged Downtime as Maintenance Issues Pile Up
Ongoing maintenance at the Esmeraldas Refinery has led to severe operational setbacks, affecting national fuel production and infrastructure.
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Returning Migrants Face Challenges and Opportunities Under Human Mobility Law
Ecuador offers reintegration support to returning migrants, but many fail to access available benefits and resources.
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Electoral Tribunal Upholds Ouster of ‘Blue League’ from Citizen Participation Council
The Electoral Tribunal’s ruling removes four councilors, imposes fines, and reshapes the Citizen Participation Council’s political balance.
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Cuenca’s Real Estate Boom Defies National Trends, Driven by Tourism and Security
Cuenca’s real estate sector thrives amid national challenges, driven by tourism, security, and a shift toward high-rise developments.
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