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GDP growing at 2%, inflation at just 1.5%, a new US trade deal boosting exports, and the basic salary up to $482/month. Here's what Ecuador's 2026 economy actually looks like — and why it matters if you live here.
The new Hospital Municipal de El Valle opened February 1 with 31 specialties, 24/7 emergency care, and an $8 million investment. It serves 78,000+ residents across six rural parishes — many of them popular with expats.
Hospital Vicente Corral Moscoso's budget has been slashed from $49 million to potentially under $31 million. Emergency rooms have less than 50% of essential medications. Doctors are sounding alarms. Here's the situation and what it means for expats.
A 7-episode comedy filmed at 42 locations across Cuenca premiered on Ecuavisa Play on February 19. Four strangers sharing a house, a $300K budget, Hollywood-grade cameras, and a love letter to the city. First episode is free.
"Rutas de Fantasmas" is a 90-minute theatrical walking tour through the dark corridors of Museo de las Conceptas. Candlelit, creepy, and one of Cuenca's most unique experiences. $10, every Saturday at 7 PM.
"Parajes del Silencio" is a 50-year retrospective of architect and artist Diego Jaramillo Paredes at the MMAM. Opening reception March 5 at 7 PM, runs through May 3. Free admission. Part of the museum's 45th anniversary.
Free symphony concert tomorrow night, Ecuadorian film screening Monday, a three-week clown workshop starting Sunday, and a gallery opening Tuesday. Here's your Cuenca cultural agenda for Feb 28–March 4.
The Cuenca Symphony Orchestra, university choirs, a children's choir, national soloists, and a dance ensemble perform Carl Orff's iconic cantata at Teatro Casa de la Cultura. Tickets are $10–$15. This is a big deal.
The city launched a 10-year environmental roadmap covering electric buses, water protection, and emissions reduction. Bloomberg Philanthropies is funding youth climate projects. Here's what it means for the city.
