Daniel Noboa secured a second term as president of Ecuador after Sunday’s decisive runoff election.
Noboa, representing the National Democratic Action party – positioned on the right side of the political spectrum – achieved a clear victory over Luisa González and her Citizen Revolution Movement, a party closely associated with former President Rafael Correa. The final count showed Noboa garnering approximately 55.8% of the ballots cast, compared to González’s 44%, according to figures released by Ecuador’s National Electoral Council.
With more than 90% of votes tallied, as reported by The Associated Press, the outcome concludes a period of political transition in the nation. Over 13 million Ecuadorian citizens were eligible to participate in this mandatory election.
The young president, born in Miami and inheriting significant wealth from a prominent banana trading family, entered politics relatively recently. His initial victory in a special election held last year followed the unexpected resignation of Guillermo Lasso.
Noboa’s ascent has been remarkable, particularly given his limited prior political experience. He now faces the challenge of navigating Ecuador through ongoing security concerns and fulfilling promises made during his campaign.
- Key Outcome: Daniel Noboa re-elected as president of Ecuador.
- Vote Share: Noboa secured 55.8% of the vote, defeating Luisa González (44%).
- Voter Turnout: More than 90% of ballots have been counted; over 13 million eligible voters participated.
- Political Context: Noboa’s win represents a continuation of his presidency following a special election prompted by the previous president’s departure.
“The Ecuadorian people have spoken, and they have chosen to continue on this path towards stability and security,” stated a spokesperson for Noboa’s campaign.
The Associated Press contributed reporting to this article.
