Massacres Surge as Gangs Atomize in Ecuador

A recent series of massacres in Ecuador is further evidence that more access to high-powered weapons, heightened impunity, and an atomized criminal landscape are leading to more mass killings. Ten people were gunned down and dismembered in a mass shooting …

Ecuador’s Plan to Welcome Foreign Military Bases Raises Questions Related to Security and Sovereignty

Daniel Noboa announced on September 16th, 2024 that he intends to reverse the policies of his predecessors and permit the establishment of foreign military bases in Andean country. Notably, he has invited the United States to reinstate its former military …

Ecuador moves to strengthen ties with Morocco after suspending recognition of Polisario

 Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita held a videoconference with Gabriela Sommerfeld, Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign Affairs where they emphasized their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors. They …

Ecuador Details Lineup of New Hotels, Tourism Projects for 2025

Ecuador has announced a series of tourism projects set to launch in 2025. With a consistent increase in revenue each year, local and international hospitality brands are investing in the country’s tourism sector. To that point, Ecuador will welcome new …

10 Killed in Armed Attack in Ecuador

Mon 02 Dec 2024 | 07:58 PM Ten people were killed early on Sunday in an armed attack in a rural area of Ecuador, which is currently under a state of emergency. The attack took place in the El Oro province, located in the southwest of the country, which has …

Ecuador: A Weekend of Violence Claims 27 Lives

This situation has led to a significant increase in the number of homicides and has generated national and international concern about security in the country. Dec 2, 2024 Photo: RT December 2, 2024 Hour: 7:59 pm The violent events were not limited to this …

Ecuador: Power cuts scheduled to continue in areas across country through at least Dec. 8 /update 5

Farmers plan to stage go-slow convoys with agricultural vehicles in multiple areas nationwide on Dec. 3. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce the proposed Mercosur trade agreement between the EU and South American countries. As of Dec. 2, …

Ecuador Says Morocco’s Autonomy Plan is Important for Western Sahara>

After suspending 'sadr' recognition, Ecuador highlights importance of Morocco's autonomy initiative

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of the Republic of Ecuador, Gabriela Sommerfeld, reiterated, on Monday, her country’s decision to suspend its recognition of the so-called “sadr” and emphasized the importance of the Autonomy Initiative …

Gran Tierra Makes Oil Discovery in Ecuador

Gran Tierra Energy Inc. has reported a seventh oil discovery in Ecuador, which it said confirmed the “significant potential” of the Arawana/Zabaleta field area. The Calgary, Alberta-based company said that its Zabaleta-K1 well is the fourth exploration …