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Latest news on politics in Ecuador, with coverage of political parties, upcoming elections, and key issues like the government's response to the rise in crime.

Stay informed about the latest developments in Ecuador, including the government's approach to the increase in violence and armed conflict in the country. On August 9, 2023, eleven days before the 2023 Ecuadorian general election, presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was assassinated following a rally in Ecuador's capital, Quito. Villavicencio's assassination occurred during a time of increasing gang violence in the country, with several local candidates having been targeted by violent attacks in the run-up to the 2023 local elections, with two of them killed earlier that same year.

As of January 9, 2024, President Daniel Noboa has declared a state of emergency in Ecuador as well as an internal state of war following a series of armed attacks performed by several organised crime groups, including the prison escape of the notorious gang leader José Adolfo Macías Villamar and gunmen storming a TV station during a live broadcast on the same day. The conflict has seen further violent attacks on civilians, security forces, and public officials across the country.

Explore in-depth analyses of Ecuador's political parties, electoral dynamics, and governance challenges. We provide detailed reports on political debates, leadership changes, and Ecuador's role in South American and global politics. Our coverage also examines how these political developments impact the country's domestic affairs and international relations.

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