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Noboa wins, but Correa remains at heart of Ecuador’s political crisis

On Sunday, Ecuadorians elected their youngest-ever president, businessman Daniel Noboa, amid deep political rifts that exacerbate a growing security crisis in the small Andean nation.

Ecuadorian presidential candidate Luisa Gonzalez speaks during a presidential election night event, in Quito, Ecuador, on Aug. 20, 2023. ​
Latin America & Caribbean

González leads, but a runoff looms in Ecuador

After an election marred by a high level of violence, including the assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavencio, Ecuadorian voters have set the stage for a runoff between left-wing candidate Luisa González and political outsider Daniel Noboa, the scion of a major banana business. With 85% of the votes tallied, González leads Noboa 33% to 24%.

Soldiers patrol an area next a road prior to Sunday's presidential election, in Quito, Ecuador.
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Violence rages days before Ecuador's presidential vote

Less than a week after a presidential candidate was shot on the campaign trail in Quito, Ecuador’s capital, another politician was assassinated on Tuesday in the northern province of Esmeralda.

What We’re Watching: Andean election results, China’s vaccine effectiveness
Latin America & Caribbean

What We’re Watching: Andean election results, China’s vaccine effectiveness

What We’re Watching: Andean elections, AstraZeneca’s hell week, former Aussie PM is designated driver
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What We’re Watching: Andean elections, AstraZeneca’s hell week, former Aussie PM is designated driver