Daniel Noboa Wins Ecuador Presidential Run-Off Amid Fraud Allegations
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Election Outcome | Daniel Noboa won with 55.8% of the vote, defeating Luisa Gonzalez. |
| Vote Margin | Noboa secured a 12-point lead (55.8% vs 44.2%). |
| Term Duration | Noboa gained a full four-year term after snap elections in 2023. |
| Fraud Allegations | Gonzalez alleged fraud and demanded a recount. |
| Security Context | Rising drug-related violence, with one killing every hour in 2025. |
| Noboa's Campaign Focus | Emphasized a "mano dura" (iron-fist) approach to restore security. |
| Security Measures | Militarized public security, captured drug cartel leaders, invited U.S. assistance. |
| Economic Challenges | 28% of Ecuadorians live in poverty; violence deterred investment. |
| Opposition Profile | Luisa Gonzalez, left-wing, associated with former President Rafael Correa. |