Weapons Confiscated Near Galápagos in Maritime Sweep Tied to Transnational Arms Network
Ecuadorian authorities confirmed the confiscation of a large cache of weapons discovered adrift in maritime zones near the Galápagos Islands, during a joint operation involving the Ecuadorian Armed Forces, the National Police, and U.S. authorities. The mission, described as part of an expanding regional effort to dismantle transnational trafficking routes, uncovered packages containing firearms, ammunition, […]
Quito’s Startup Boom: FonQuito Has Fueled Over 270 Ventures with Seed Capital
Quito is undergoing a transformation as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. The city’s FonQuito program—an initiative managed by ConQuito—has become a key driver of this growth, providing more than $3.5 million in seed capital to 271 local ventures since its inception in 2021. Designed to turn bold ideas into viable businesses, FonQuito represents a […]