Ecuador's President Noboa to make third official trip to the US in 2026

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa is scheduled to travel to the United States for his third official visit of 2026, beginning Thursday and concluding Monday. The specific agenda for this trip has not yet been disclosed by the government. This visit follows two previous official trips to the U.S. earlier in the year: one in May, which included a meeting with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and participation in the Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council, and another in March that involved attending the 'Shield of the Americas' summit in Miami. Noboa also made a personal trip to the U.S. in April. The President has issued an executive decree declaring a service commission for his accompanying delegation, comprising ministers and secretaries deemed essential for the planned activities, citing the government's interest in strengthening foreign relations. The trip's timing aligns with the World Cup inauguration in the U.S. on Friday and Ecuador's national team match against Costa de Marfil on Sunday, though presidential attendance at these events has not been confirmed. Before departing, Noboa is expected to attend an event related to road works on Thursday. The president has been a target of criticism regarding the number of international trips he has undertaken since taking office in November 2023, having also visited countries like the Dominican Republic, Chile, the UAE, Panama, Switzerland, and Belgium. Noboa has consistently defended his travels, asserting that such direct engagement is crucial for securing investments and agreements, stating, "This is achieved through travel, not through a Zoom call or a WhatsApp message."

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This is achieved through travel, not through a Zoom call or a WhatsApp message.