Beer truck accident caused traffic in Quito
The road accident occurred on Simón Bolívar Avenue, one of the most dangerous roads in the capital. The artery is already enabled. This February 17, 2022, a beer truck suffered a accident
Regulation for abortions due to rape was approved
The regulation stipulates the gestational periods in which sexually assaulted women and girls can resort to abortion. After a one-hour wax break, the National Assembly gave way to rape abortion regulations this
90% of Ecuadorian exports to the US pay tariffs
The signing of a commercial agreement is still far away, but there is progress. The US Congress passes a law to strengthen relations. On February 15 and 16, 2022, the fourth meeting
Correísmo blocks rule for officials to respond for damages to the State
The Unes bloc did not cast their votes to debate the project for the Organic Law of Repetition, proposed by the Attorney General’s Office. This February 17, 2022, the Justice Commission refused
Former IESS employees demand employer retirement adjustment
For former Social Security workers, the institution itself lowered their employer pensions. They feel their rights have been violated. This February 16, 2022, ex-workers of the IESS who retired before 2015 made
On February 18 and 20 there will be road closures in Quito
The measure is due to the National Cycling Route Championship, in which the Olympic champion Richard Carapaz will participate. The 2022 National Road Championship of cycling will be held in Quito, the
Government Minister defends police actions in the Participation Council
Counselor Sofía Almeida left the Council building, where she remained for seven days; she assured that she felt unprotected. This February 16, 2022, they were called to appear before the National Assembly
The Comptroller’s Office has not notified Santiago Guarderas of the start of a special examination for alleged tax havens
If the links are proven, the Mayor of Quito could be dismissed. However, the case could also be filed. The accusations of alleged links to Santiago Guarderasmayor of Quito, in tax havens,
Corruption, impunity and lack of control budget pave the way for illegal mining
The State has 22 mining technicians, but needs at least 100. The control structures are contaminated with informants from the mining mafias. The mega operation against the illegal minery in the Yutzupino
Mangroves are destroyed with authorization
Mangrove deforestation reaches a critical point without the authorities taking action on the matter. Since September 2021, mangroves are subjects of law. Ecuador has lost almost a third of its total mangrove