Clashes erupt in Quito as protesters demand president Noboa’s resignation

President Daniel Noboa and supporters arrive to the Constitutional Court on 12/ 08/ 2025 - Copyright AP Photo

By Euronews with AP

Published on 12/09/2025 - 10:58 GMT+2 •Updated 11:47

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Clashes broke out in Quito on Thursday as protesters rallied against President Daniel Noboa’s government, demanding his resignation over job cuts and wage reduction policies.

Demonstrators marched towards the city centre, where the presidential palace is located, before being met by police.

Authorities fired tear gas as protesters gathered in a square, triggering clashes that brought the demonstration to an early end. Noboa, serving his second term since May, has introduced austerity measures that have resulted in thousands of public sector layoffs.

The government has said its priority remains fighting organised crime as violence rises across Ecuador. Officials did not immediately report the number of injuries or arrests following Thursday’s unrest.

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Clashes erupt in Quito as protesters demand president Noboa’s resignation

Clashes broke out in Quito on Thursday as protesters rallied against President Daniel Noboa’s government, demanding his resignation over job cuts and wage reduction policies.

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