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Ecuador hospitals face intense strain due to COVID-19
A successful vaccination campaign will protect many, but high case numbers will inevitably bring more hospitalisations
EcuadorEcuador’s Lasso weathers early storm but clouds loom
After a tough year, the president’s success in passing controversial tax reforms has raised questions
EcuadorStrict rules may dampen Omicron impact in Ecuador
Ecuador is the latest country to pursue compulsory vaccination, but it will not be the last
EcuadorEcuador prison crisis poses challenge for Lasso
Renewed prison unrest has resulted in the deaths of a further 68 people
EcuadorLasso move risks worsening tensions in Ecuador
In his response to rising crime rates, the president risks stoking concerns around the protection of citizens’ rights
EcuadorEcuador economy plans may run into difficulties
Ecuador has hit a COVID-19 vaccine target and sealed an IMF deal to allow disbursement of nearly USD800mn in financing
EcuadorEcuador security measures come with major risks
Emergency measures may give a temporary sense of security, but they risk exacerbating crime challenges
EcuadorPandora Papers complicate Lasso presidency in Ecuador
The Pandora Papers revelations are unlikely to shock the public, but they could still weaken Lasso’s position
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