Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Ecuador
Ecuador is a presidential republic led by President Daniel Noboa of the National Democratic Action party, who began his full term in May 2025 after re-election. His ADN holds 66 seats in the 153-seat unicameral National Assembly, requiring coalitions for legislation amid ongoing security and economic challenges. Recent reforms focus on security, judiciary, and governance, though a 2025 referendum failed and corruption probes continue.
Government Type
Presidential republic
Legal System
Civil law system
Head of State
President Daniel Noboa(since 2023)
Head of Government
President Daniel Noboa(National Democratic Action)since 2023
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Center-right
Left-wing
Indigenous-left
Voting Rights
Citizens aged 18 and older have full voting rights in national, provincial, and local elections.
Recent Developments
- Daniel Noboa won re-election in April 2025, beginning full four-year term on May 24, 2025
- Constitutional referendum rejected in November 2025
- Legislature approved security and government reforms in June 2025
- National Assembly resumed sessions in January 2026 amid corruption investigations
- Judicial reforms including new specialized courts and Supreme Court reconstitution in 2024
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