Ecuador
Ecuador riot illustrates enduring prison challenges
The presence of soldiers appears to have both caused and resolved Ecuador’s latest prison riot
EcuadorKilling will prompt increased security push in Ecuador
Ecuador’s youngest mayor has become one of the latest victims of soaring criminal violence
EcuadorAmazon rainforest faces existential climate risk
Droughts are becoming increasingly severe and common, and could push the Amazon to breaking point
Latin AmericaEcuador’s 2024 budget will prompt mixed reactions
Following a surge in criminal violence at the start of the year, Ecuador’s 2024 budget is dominated by security concerns
EcuadorFast Ecuador security wins stoke longer-term issues
The government’s crackdown on crime appears to be having some success, but challenges may mount
EcuadorAndean crime expansion poses regional challenge
The Andean Community is seeking to set out measures to coordinate regional efforts to tackle crime and insecurity
Latin AmericaArms deal collapse will not hit US support for Ecuador
A deal that could have boosted the military capacities of two US allies at once appears to have been scuppered by Moscow
EcuadorConsultation to have pros and cons for Ecuador’s Noboa
The president intends to put a range of proposals to the public, but will be expected to abide by their decisions
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