AQ Podcast | Ecuador’s Difficult Battle with Organized Crime
An analysis of the numbers on the war on crime, Noboa’s reputation at home and abroad and a look at Ecuador’s economy.
Now Empowered, Noboa Can Still Avoid Authoritarian Drift
Ecuador’s president gained a resounding endorsement for “mano dura” policies against organized crime in Sunday’s referendum. A delicate democratic balance is at stake.
Ecuador’s Crusading Attorney General Is Facing Her Toughest Challenge Yet
Diana Salazar’s investigations have taken down major figures. But a wave of drug-related violence is changing what defending the rule of law looks like.
What Ecuador’s Embassy Drama Means for Noboa
The raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito to seize a convicted former vice president hurts the president’s international prospects, but might help him domestically.
Ecuador’s War on Drug Gangs: A Mixed Picture So Far
President Noboa has deployed more than 30,000 soldiers and policemen to contain the chaos. While homicides have fallen, kidnappings and extortion remain high.
Ecuador Actually Has a Chance
… but the Noboa government will need more money, from allies at home and in Washington, to fight organized crime.
AQ Podcast | Ecuador’s Crossroads: Can Noboa Succeed?
An overview of the Americas’ latest front in the battle against organized crime.
Ecuador’s Crisis: A Long Road Ahead
An early consensus has empowered President Noboa, but the consequences of a long conflict are unpredictable.
Why Ecuador’s Young President Matters to Washington
Democracy, immigration and the US-China competition all intersect in Ecuador. Here are three ideas on how US officials can help.
Photo Essay: Undocumented in the Galápagos
Fleeing crime on Ecuador’s mainland, one family discovers how even an island paradise can be difficult.
REACTION: Daniel Noboa Wins Presidency in Ecuador
Noboa will lead the country through May 2025 amid rising violence and economic uncertainty.
AQ Podcast: Who’s Who in Ecuador’s Election
A look ahead to the runoff on October 15. What can we expect from the candidates and what is at stake?
REACTION: González, Noboa to Square off in Ecuador’s Presidential Runoff
Analysts react to the surprise result from the first round of the presidential election.
REACTION: Ecuador Presidential Candidate Assassinated
The unprecedented killing of Fernando Villavicencio, an outspoken critic of corruption and organized crime, has shaken the country ahead of elections on August 20.
Meet the Candidates: Ecuador
A Rafael Correa ally will face off against a businessman in the October 15 presidential runoff.
