Will incumbent Daniel Noboa face a rematch with Luisa González? And how are security and energy concerns affecting the race?

Ecuadorians will head to the polls on February 9, almost 18 months after the previous presidential election.

Anti-establishment sentiment will likely shape the February 9 vote.

An overview of what to expect in politics, the economy, and Ecuador’s relationship with the new government in Washington.

Daniel Noboa’s government should prioritize reforms to the justice system.

This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on trends to watch in Latin America in 2025.

Crime, an energy crisis, and economic stagnation may dim the president’s chances in the February 2025 contest.