For a time, Ecuador was one of South America’s most attractive expat destinations; low cost of living, a great climate, a dollarized economy and straightforward residency pathways. ….then crime exploded, and Ecuador stopped feeling like a country with expat upside… Until Daniel Noboa stepped in. In today’s episode, I break down one of the most important political shifts happening in Latin America right now: Ecuador under President Daniel Noboa. The country is not “fixed,” but the trajectory appears to be shifting… and for investors, expats, and serious Plan-B thinkers, trajectory is what matters most. Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in to learn why Noboa’s “internal armed conflict” declaration changed the trajectory of Ecuador’s security crisis… and how his approach compares with Bukele’s El Salvador model.
Is 38 too young to run a country? Hear my take on Ecuador having a President who’s so young (even younger than me, believe it or not!)
Find out why China remains economically relevant - and what that means for energy, infrastructure, and fiscal recovery inside the country
Could Ecuador realistically re-emerge as a serious expat destination? Hear my thoughts on what needs to happen first.

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