Latest news in Ecuador? September 7th, 2026
07-09-2026
Recent major developments in Ecuador around September 7, 2026:
- Joint US-Ecuador Maritime Operations Scrutiny: In Manta, crew members of the Ecuadorian fishing vessel Conquista 2 were released without charges after their boat was intercepted and sunk during joint anti-drug operations with US forces in the Pacific Ocean. The Ecuadorian government continues to defend the joint maritime campaign against cartels like Los Choneros amid rising local debate over the sinking of suspect vessels. UA.NEWS+ 1
- Carbon Market Reforms Legalized: Ecuador has enacted major reforms to its Organic Environmental Code, effectively legalizing carbon markets and establishing a National Climate Change Registry. The new framework allows regulated and voluntary carbon trading while setting guidelines to comply with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. Carbon Pulse+ 1
- Energy and Trade Talks with Panama: President Daniel Noboa and Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino recently advanced talks regarding bilateral commercial cooperation, with Ecuador exploring energy purchases from Panama to support its domestic grid needs. www.vistazo.com
- Upcoming IMF Review: Ecuador is preparing for its scheduled sixth review under its International Monetary Fund (IMF) program in mid-September, tied to potential disbursement tranches to stabilize state finances. www.expatecuador.com
- Local Governance and Anti-Corruption Cases: In domestic politics, judicial authorities ordered preventive detention for the Prefect of Santo Domingo, Johana Núñez, over an ongoing illicit enrichment probe. www.vistazo.com