Noboa’s U.S. visit focused on strengthening security cooperation, addressing immigration concerns, and discussing a potential military base in Ecuador.
Noboa Meets Trump to Discuss Security, Immigration, and U.S. Military Support
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Volume 9, Issue 25
March 30, 2025
President Pushes for Constitutional Reforms Amid Security Concerns
Noboa advocates for constitutional reforms to combat crime, enforce stricter legal measures, and restore stability amid rising security threats.
Country’s Military Acquisition Surge: A Strategic Shift Amid Growing Security Concerns
Ecuador’s military spending surged in 2024, focusing on armored vehicles and strengthening defense amid rising criminal threats.
TCE Rejects Appeal on Ban of Cell Phone Use in Ecuador’s Upcoming Elections
The TCE rejected an appeal against Ecuador’s cell phone ban in elections, as legal challenges continue to mount.
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Ecuador is preparing for US forces, plans show, as Noboa calls for help battling gangs
Published 2:44 AM EDT, Sat March 29, 2025 Reprinted from CNN—The Cuenca Dispatch has not edited or verified this content. Manta, Ecuador CNN — Ecuador is laying the groundwork for US forces to arrive, according to plans obtained by CNN – as its president calls on US President Donald Trump to help battle powerful gangs in […]
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Indigenous Movements Push for Broad Reforms in Support of Luisa González
Indigenous movements back Luisa González, demanding reforms on labor, social security, environmental protection, and public service defense.
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Come on Folks!
Alright, so you all know by now that if there was a card for “bleeding heart liberal,” I’d probably be carrying it. But with that said, can Ecuador’s indigenous leaders get their heads out of their butts? I’m talking, of course, about the contradictions in this week’s article, “The Indigenous Movements Supporting Correisimo Candidate Luis […]
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Update: Constitutional Court to Review Lawsuit Against Cell Phone Ban in Upcoming Elections
The Constitutional Court (CC) has agreed to expedite the review of a lawsuit challenging the National Electoral Council’s (CNE) decision to ban cell phones inside polling stations during the April 13th elections.
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Update: Final Sanction Against Verónica Abad: Vice Presidency in Jeopardy
The Electoral Contentious Tribunal (TCE) confirmed on Friday, March 28th, that Vice President Verónica Abad has lost her political rights, effectively barring her from holding public office.
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Ecuadorian Citizens Abroad Cast Votes in Presidential Runoff Ahead of April 13th Election
Ecuador’s expatriates begin early voting for the presidential runoff, emphasizing inclusivity and ensuring global participation in elections.
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