Ecuador’s President Stands Firm Against Anti-Democracy Agitators Amid Protests

In the midst of Ecuador’s ongoing turmoil, President Daniel Noboa delivered a blunt message that resonates far beyond South America. On the 23rd day of protests led by the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities (Conaie), Noboa declared unequivocally that he will not negotiate with forces intent on destroying democracy. The coastal Guayas province witnessed Noboa's firm resolve as he highlighted his administration's dedication to fostering a just, inclusive society grounded in respect for indigenous peoples, Afro-Ecuadorians, and montuvias—communities essential to Ecuador’s cultural and economic fabric. When Commitment Meets Chaos: Who Truly Desires Progress? Facing widespread unrest triggered by the removal of...