Ecuador, the global leader in shrimp exports, finds itself in the throes of an escalating crisis as criminal activities plague the industry. Incidents ranging from daring robberies in breeding pools to armed assaults on vessels at sea have become distressingly common. This surge of violence not only jeopardizes the livelihoods of countless workers but also […] To access this post, you must purchase The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Monthly or The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Annual.

The Prosecutor’s Office has concluded its investigation into the tragic murder of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, with its last witness’s testimony revealing how much was paid for the assassination and who was behind it. This significant development was announced by the State Attorney General’s Office on the evening of Sunday, October 8, 2023, across its […] To access this post, you must purchase The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Monthly or The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Annual.

Well, isn’t this a tale of intrigue! I’m talking about that bombshell dropped last night by the Ecuadorian Prosecutor’s office, claiming they’ve wrapped up the investigation into Fernando Villavicencio’s assassination. Their last witness pointed fingers at the Correa government. Timing couldn’t be more dramatic, just a week before the October 15th run-off election. This revelation […] To access this post, you must purchase The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Monthly or The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Annual.

In 2023, the landscape of credit for businesses has undergone a significant transformation, with notable shifts in interest rates and restrictions. This shift has forced companies to explore alternative avenues for funding, including direct investment and participation in the stock market. One of the most prominent changes in the credit market has been the steady […] To access this post, you must purchase The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Monthly or The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Annual.

The first half of 2023 has witnessed a remarkable surge in remittances from the United States to Ecuador, registering a substantial 17% increase compared to the corresponding period in 2022. The surge in remittances from Ecuadorians living abroad, as reported by the Central Bank of Ecuador, has brought in a total of $1.805 billion between […] To access this post, you must purchase The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Monthly or The Cuenca Dispatch Subscription – Annual.