Ecuador President Daniel Noboa signals possible re‑election bid

In a July 27, 2026 interview with Radio Sucre in Guayaquil, Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa said there is a possibility he could run for a second term, but stressed that his immediate priority is solving the country's problems. He explained that the political, economic and institutional reforms he intends to pursue may take eight to ten years, so any decision on a new candidacy will depend on the progress made during his current mandate.

Noboa rejected accusations that his government is dictatorial, defending his administration against opposition claims and emphasizing that the democratic process will continue regardless of a potential re‑election.