Ecuador’s political landscape buzzes with activity as six presidential candidates have officially registered for the 2025 general elections. The National Electoral Council (CNE) confirmed these registrations ahead of the October 2 deadline. Current President Daniel Noboa seeks reelection, partnering with vice-presidential candidate María José Pinto under the ruling Democratic National Action Movement. Noboa, a 36-year-old […]
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