Daniel Noboa, 35, elected as Ecuador's youngest president amidst rising crime rates

Daniel Noboa, the 35-year-old son of a banana tycoon, is set to become Ecuador's next president after winning the election dominated by concerns over rising crime and a deteriorating security situation. Noboa obtained 52.3% of the votes, while his main rival, Luisa González, received 47.7%. Noboa has pledged to create more job opportunities, attract foreign investment, and use technology to combat crime. González, a protégé of former President Rafael Correa, aimed to address the security crisis by tackling poverty and inequality. The election saw a historic voter turnout of 82.33%.