Ecuador

The impact of recent financial decisions may be more political than economic

Relieving the vice president of his responsibilities is a bold move that could cost the president dear

Allegations against politicians will be damaging, particularly if the government is perceived to be protecting its own

A widespread tendency to break ranks is putting OPEC’s output reduction agreement at risk

Less than two months after the president took office, cracks are already forming in his government

While the vice president is unlikely to be impeached, allegations against him will be politically damaging

The new government will have to contend with economic uncertainties, a corruption scandal and political divisions

Moreno’s government faces severe financial constraints in the wake of the oil price crash