Ecuador’s Referendum Delivers Sharp Rebuff to Noboa’s Military Base Proposal
Ecuador has delivered a landmark political blow to President Daniel Noboa after the electorate overwhelmingly rejected his proposal to lift the constitutional ban on foreign military bases. In a nationwide referendum held recently, a decisive majority of voters said “no,” reaffirming public resistance to hosting foreign troops on Ecuadorian soil. The result has wide-ranging implications […]
Mass Protests Shake Ecuador as Indigenous Groups, Students, and Farmers Take to the Streets
Since September 2025, Ecuador has witnessed widespread protests led by indigenous groups, students, and farmers, reflecting growing discontent over fuel subsidies, land rights, and economic inequality. Demonstrations have spread across major cities and rural regions, drawing thousands of participants to marches, sit-ins, and road blockades. Protesters are calling on President Daniel Noboa to address social […]
Daniel Noboa Reelected Amid Strong Mandate to Combat Drug Gangs
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has secured reelection with a decisive lead, reinforcing his hardline approach to fighting organized crime and drug trafficking networks. Known for his aggressive “war” on criminal gangs, Noboa has promised to continue implementing tough security measures, modernizing police forces, and coordinating intelligence operations nationwide. His reelection is widely seen as a […]
Noboa Forms Strategic Alliance with Blackwater Founder to Combat Organized Crime
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has announced a strategic alliance with Erik Prince, the founder of the private military company Blackwater, in a bold effort to strengthen the country’s fight against organized crime. The partnership aims to provide advanced tactical training, intelligence support, and operational logistics for Ecuador’s police and military forces. Authorities highlighted that the […]
