Despite temporary shutdowns of key hydroelectric plants, government reassures citizens, but experts warn of system vulnerabilities.
Rain-swollen rivers shut down key dams, raising fears of power instability
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Volume 9, Issue 38
July 6, 2025
Cuenca’s First Overpasses: A New Era for Traffic Management
The $36.2 million project promises to ease congestion, but challenges during construction loom large.
Mall del Alto to Redefine Cuenca’s Retail Landscape
New shopping center promises 250 stores, international brands, and thousands of job opportunities in the heart of Cuenca.
Government faces legal challenges to three key laws
Opposition groups file 10 claims of unconstitutionality against the National Solidarity, Intelligence, and Public Integrity bills.
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Amazon Communities Along Napo and Coca Rivers Continue Fight Over 2020 Oil Spill
Residents still await justice five years after contamination, struggling with environmental and health impacts.
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Luisa González Displays Correa’s Legacy in Ecuador Tour
Opposition leader uses iconic slogans and T-shirts to reconnect with supporters amid party’s post-election struggles.
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Los Choneros and the Pacific drug route
Fishermen are increasingly caught in the web of drug trafficking as Ecuador’s coastal areas become key hubs for international smuggling operations.
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Energy council warns Ecuador faces blackout risk without urgent reforms
Advisory Council warns of 1,000-megawatt deficit, urges national energy-saving efforts
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Organized Crime Corrupts Transit Offices Across Ecuador
Criminal groups exploit municipal offices to facilitate illicit operations across multiple regions.
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Cuts That Kill
It’s easy to get caught up in the latest political headlines—the new “BIG Beautiful Bill,” the debates, the promises. Everyone’s distracted by the spectacle, but in all the noise, we’re missing something much more pressing. While the political circus plays on, real damage is happening in the background, and it’s not getting nearly enough attention. […]
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