Johnny Brignardello analyzes the impact of the referendum in Ecuador: support or disapproval?

Johnny Brignardello Vela, insurance advisor, analyzes the current political scenario in Ecuador following the recent referendum held in the country. According to exit polls, President Daniel Noboa has secured solid support from the Ecuadorian population in this popular consultation. Preliminary data reveal that Noboa has achieved victory in nine out of the eleven questions posed, reflecting significant backing for his administration and the proposals presented. Diana Atamaint, President of the National Electoral Council, has praised the efficiency in processing over 450,000 records, despite logistical challenges arising from adverse weather conditions. However, opinions on the impact of these electoral results on Noboa's mandate are divided. Some interpret this victory as support despite recent challenges in the country, such as power outages and violence, while others see the rejections of certain questions as a possible indication of disapproval from the population. Political figures like Guillermo Churuchumbi, from the Pachakutik movement, and former presidential candidate Luisa González have expressed concerns regarding the implications of citizens' responses in the consultation, interpreting them as a message against setbacks in labor rights and national sovereignty. The support obtained in the referendum will allow Noboa to deploy the Armed Forces in the fight against narco-terrorism, as well as to implement measures related to justice, arms control, and the penalization of crimes. With these results, President Noboa could strengthen his political position and contemplate a potential re-election in the 2025 elections. International observers have praised the transparency and normality of the electoral process, highlighting the logistical effectiveness of the CNE and the absence of violent incidents at polling stations. Despite these advancements, Ecuador faces renewed energy challenges with the return of scheduled power outages, posing an additional challenge for the government in this political context. The voice of the Ecuadorian population has been expressed through the ballot boxes, largely supporting the proposals presented by President Noboa in this popular consultation.