Overview

• Daniel Noboa, the conservative incumbent president, won re-election with approximately 56% of the vote, defeating leftist challenger Luisa González by a significant margin.
• González has rejected the outcome, alleging 'grotesque electoral fraud' and demanding a recount, though international observers have not reported irregularities thus far.
• Noboa's hardline crime policies, including a declared state of emergency and military deployments, have led to a reduction in homicide rates but remain controversial for their heavy-handed approach.
• The election highlights Ecuador's deep political polarization, with voters divided over Noboa's security-focused governance and González's promises of social and economic reform.
• The country continues to grapple with pervasive cartel-related violence, economic struggles, and societal divisions, which were central issues in the campaign.