The Intelligence from The Economist Latin lessons: two contrasting elections
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Aug 21, 2023 
Su Lin Wong, Southeast Asia correspondent for The Economist, dives into the contrasting political climates in Ecuador and Guatemala, highlighting the stark differences in electoral outcomes amid violence and corruption. She discusses the rise of political outsiders and the surprising resurgence of leprosy in Florida. In addition, Wong explores Singapore's innovative strides in alternative proteins, including a unique dairy-free ice cream made through gas fermentation, positioning the city as a leader in food security and sustainable practices.
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Contrasting Elections in Latin America
- Two Latin American countries, Guatemala and Ecuador, held pivotal elections marked by shared concerns about violence and corruption.
- Despite these similarities, the elections yielded very different outcomes, highlighting divergent political approaches in the region.
Arevalo's Victory in Guatemala
- In Guatemala, Bernardo Arevalo, considered an outsider candidate, secured a decisive victory with 58% of the vote.
- Arevalo's campaign focused on tackling corruption, and his win sparked widespread celebrations.
Ecuador's Election Runoff
- Ecuador's election, marked by the assassination of anti-corruption candidate Fernando Villavicencio, will head to a runoff.
- The runoff contenders include Luisa Gonzalez, associated with a former president facing corruption charges, and Daniel Noboa, a businessman.