Daniel Noboa from Ecuador sworn in for the full term, swears to combat drug crime and revive the economy

The President of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, was sworn in at the full term on Saturday to intensify the nation's struggle against drug trafficking and to promote a staggering economy.

The ceremony, which took place in the National Assembly, was the beginning of the expanded leadership of Noboa after its decisive election victory in April.

Noboa, who was sworn in by the President of the Association of Niels Olsen Peet, rose triumphed when he accepted the president's sheash and reaffirmed his commitment to security and economic stability.

“The progressive reduction of the murders will be a non -negotiable goal,” said Noboa. “We will keep our struggle against drug trafficking, confiscate illegal weapons, ammunition and explosives and exercise greater control in the ports of the country.”

Noboa, who originally came to power in 2023 to complete the term of his predecessor, has taken a hard attitude towards crime. During his last 18 months in office, he declared war on criminals, used the military in Germany and introduced harder punishments for drug -related crimes and terrorism.

He also secured an agreement of over 4 billion US dollars with the international monetary fund, reduced the budget deficit and examined further financing options with Chinese banks. Noboa has undertaken to make Ecuador a “safe, stable and competitive environment that promotes growth, protects investments and guarantees real opportunities”.

However, his administration was the control over the hiring of controversial US security companies Erik Prince to advise Ecuador security forces. Critics, including legislators and human rights groups, have expressed concerns about the accountability and potential abuse.

Despite the claims of a violent death of 15% last year, the state data showed an increase in such incidents by 58% in the first four months of 2025, which underlines a death of over 3,000 in the amount of the magnitude of the security crisis of Ecuador.

In the economic front, Noboa is projecting growth of 4% this year, although the Central Bank of Ecuador predicts a more modest 2.8%. The country deals with a level of debt of almost 52% of GDP, falling oil production and a highland risk, which can hinder access to international capital markets.

Nevertheless, the Noboa party enjoys a legislative majority and gives it a strong political selection to drive his agenda forward.

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