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Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso declares a state of emergency in the provinces of Guayas and Esmeraldas for the next 45 days following the killings of five police officers and the abduction of several prison guards by organized crime members.
2022-11-2

The National Assembly convenes to debate the possible removal of president Guillermo Lasso amidst ongoing protests.
2022-06-25

President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso declares a state of exception in Quito and other parts of the country amid ongoing protests.
2022-06-18

Ecuadorian president Guillermo Lasso declares a nationwide state of emergency, citing an increase in drug-related crime.
2021-10-18

Guillermo Lasso is sworn in as the 47th president, succeeding Lenín Moreno.
2021-05-24

Centre-right candidate Guillermo Lasso defeats socialist Andrés Arauz in the second round of voting in Ecuador for the presidency.
2021-04-11

The National Electoral Council confirms that CREO candidate Guillermo Lasso will face the winner of the first round Andrés Arauz in the runoff.
2021-02-21

Former President of Ecuador Rafael Correa is found guilty on corruption charges and sentenced to eight years in prison. Correa is also banned from participating in politics until 2045.
2020-04-7

Anti-government protesters parade captured police officers in the Ecuadorian capital Quito, which is de facto under the control of protesters and the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador. The officers were not harmed, though they were forced to address a large crowd calling on President Lenín Moreno to step down, which was broadcast live by several private broadcasters after being ordered to do so by indigenous leaders.
2019-10-10

Ecuadorian President Lenín Moreno declares a state of emergency amid nationwide protests against a hike in fuel prices. The protests have crippled the country's transport network with all major roads and bridges blocked in the capital Quito.
2019-10-4