Ecuadors

Flor Bustamante Elevates Energy Team with Strategic Partner Hire from Ecuador’s Ministry of Energy

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QUITO, Ecuador — The law firm Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado, recognized as a leading legal entity in Ecuador, has bolstered its energy and natural resources division by appointing a new partner with a notable background at the Ministry of Energy and Mines. This strategic move is expected to strengthen the firm’s capabilities in an increasingly complex sector. The new partner brings invaluable expertise gained through significant experience in governmental operations, which may provide clients with enhanced insights into regulatory frameworks and industry trends in Ecuador. Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado has long been a … Read more

Ecuador’s Presidential Race: A Battle Between Security Promises and Calls for Change Amid Rising Crime Rates

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GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador — As voters in Ecuador headed to the polls, the presidential election mirrored the country’s political landscape of 2023, pitting a wealthy conservative incumbent against a leftist challenger associated with Ecuador’s most influential leader of the 21st century. The continuing battle against high crime levels dominated the election discourse, with both leading candidates, President Daniel Noboa and Luisa González, vowing to address the pervasive violence that has beset the nation during their campaigns. Mandatory voting brought millions to the polling stations across Ecuador, with particularly high turnout observed in Guayaquil’s public university voting … Read more