Ecuador's new president, Daniel Noboa, pledges to fight crime and boost economy amid controversy.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa, a 37-year-old business heir, was sworn in for a full term on May 24, 2025. He pledges to fight crime, drug trafficking, and corruption while boosting economic growth and job creation. Noboa, who took office in 2023, has already deployed the military to combat criminal groups and is seeking to attract foreign investment. His administration has faced criticism for hiring Erik Prince as a security advisor.