Following the Commerce Secretary’s recommendation, tariffs on certain aluminum and steel products were reduced from 25% to 15%. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation this week lowering the…
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U.S. Expresses Concern over Ecuador-China Gold Mine Agreement
China to develop the largest gold and copper mining operation in Ecuador. American officials have expressed concerns after Ecuador signed an agreement with CMOC, a Chinese mining group.…
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FBI Opens Office in Ecuador as U.S. Strengthens Security Relations
The U.S. and Ecuador expand their joint capacity to fight against crime across borders. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is opening an office in Quito, Ecuador. The announcement…
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State Department Offers Reward for Fugitive Ecuadorian Trafficking Leader
Up to $5 million offered for information leading to the arrest or conviction of a Los Choneros leader The State Department’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement…
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President Makes Trade Deals with More Countries
Switzerland, South Korea, El Salvador, Argentina, Ecuador, and Guatemala each make agreements with the U.S. The United States announced several trade deals this week, with Switzerland, South Korea,…
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U.S. Considers Reopening Military Base in Ecuador
Ecuador seeks a foreign military presence to address criminal activity. U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem recently toured a former U.S. military base in Manta, Ecuador, with…
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FDA Warns Manufacturer After Toxic Contamination of Cinnamon in Purees
The agency intensifies scrutiny of the company after food safety violations. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to Austrofood, citing violations related to…
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Secretary of State Travels to South America
Secretary Blinken met with officials in Ecuador and Columbia. This week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to South America for the first time in his position…
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