-
Independence Day
Ecuador gained its independence from Spain on August 10, 1809. -
Oil
Indigenous people protests bring oil production to a stand still. They demand more oil revenues showed be invested in their communities. -
Exile
The former president was faced with corruption charges and exiled to the Dominican Republic. -
Prisoners
Prisoners held 100 captives demanding better conditions and shorter sentences. -
New Court
Congress dismissed most of the supreme court and ordered in new members. -
Endangering National Security
The former president was detained on the charge if endangering national security, but was later dismissed by the judge. -
Protest
Protests come up over a proposed agreement with the US over free trade. -
Election
Correa wins presidential election. -
Relations
Ecuador renews diplomatic relations with Columbia -
Pollution
US oil company is fined for polluting the Amazon.
