### Election in Ecuador: a disputed victory at the heart of a troubled company
On Sunday April 13, 2025, Daniel Noboa was proclaimed winner of the second round of the Ecuadorian presidential election, claiming a “historic victory” with around 56 % of the votes against his rival Luisa Gonzalez, who obtained 44 %. If the results rendered by the National Electoral Council (CNE) seem to indicate an “irreversible” trend, the climate surrounding these elections raises essential questions about democracy in equator.
### A tense electoral context
The 2025 elections are part of a context where the equator, formerly perceived as a refuge of peace in South America, has experienced a significant deterioration in security. The country is now struggling with violence related to drug trafficking and criminal acts. Homicide levels have reached alarming levels, where a person died every hour. This complex socio-economic reality only adds to existing political tensions.
The participation rate of 84 % was noted as remarkable in a compulsory ballot, but what about the confidence of voters in the democratic process? The president of the CNE, Diana Atamaint, expressed concerns concerning the accusations of fraud, stressing that speeches without evidence can undermine confidence not only in electoral institutions but also in democracy itself.
### Luisa Gonzalez’s reaction
Luisa Gonzalez, who was supported by former president Rafael Correa, expressed his refusal to recognize the results and called for a new statement of the votes. His assertion of “grotesque electoral fraud” underlines deep differences that cross the Ecuadorian political landscape. Given the accusations of irregularities in previous elections, his insistence on the transparency of the electoral process is both an answer to his recent failures and an attempt to mobilize his electorate.
### An obvious societal divides
Strong opposition to the Korean heritage in Ecuadorian society seems to have played a crucial role in the support granted to Noboa. According to Pedro Labayen Herrera, a specialist in Ecuadorian affairs, the anti-correist feeling is more anchored than you would have imagined. This raises the following question: how did the previous administrations and their policies have shaped the current landscape of public opinion in Ecuador?
The political fracture, fueled by the polarization between left and right supporters, as well as by controversial governance experiences, shows that the political field has become a ground marked by more emotional struggles than based on constructive ideas. What can we do to promote an open and constructive dialogue between the different factions of the country?
### to an uncertain future
The challenges faced by the equator are not limited to the question of elections. The problems of insecurity, economics in difficulty and the fight against corruption overlap and complicate governance. Participation figures and election results suggest that there is a desire for a change, but this change must be based on peace and stability.
It is crucial that the new authorities, whatever their political edge, are actively working to restore the confidence of citizens. This could require an inclusive dialogue with all layers of society, especially groups often left behind. What policies could be implemented to meet the expectations of the population in the face of an economic reality at half mast and the rise of violence?
### Conclusion
The Ecuadorian political landscape continues to evolve, and the recent electoral results are a testimony. The return to confidence in democratic institutions requires concerted actions going beyond political slogans. The construction of a cohesive company requires collective introspection and a desire to approach the real problems that afflict the country.
In this sense, it is essential to reflect on long -term solutions that promote inclusion, strengthen democratic institutions, and guarantee security for all Equatorians. The path to a serene future will be strewn with pitfalls, but it is to be hoped that an open dialogue as well as a sincere struggle against injustice will light this path.