Overview

• Daniel Noboa has been re-elected as Ecuador's president with 55.6% of the vote, defeating leftist rival Luisa González by over 1 million votes.
• International observers, including the EU and the Organization of American States, have confirmed the election's transparency, rejecting González's fraud claims.
• The widow of assassinated candidate Fernando Villavicencio has accused Noboa and the attorney general of a cover-up related to the 2023 assassination, fueling political tensions.
• Noboa's campaign emphasized security and international ties, including a visit to Donald Trump, contrasting with González's alleged campaign missteps and internal party divisions.
• Ecuador continues to grapple with a severe security crisis, with escalating violence and organized crime presenting significant challenges for Noboa's upcoming term.