Local Government in Ecuador
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ECUADOR, 2015/12/02
During his 15 years in power, Mayor Jaime Nebot has overseen the unprecedented social transformation, urban regeneration, and economic development of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s most populated city and home to the country’s busiest port. His enduring popularity serves as a testament to the successful realization of his vision of the city as a model for urban renewal
Located in the Guayas province, Guayaquil’s position in the south-western section of Ecuador, by the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean, means it is home to one of the busiest ports in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Tourism, business, and agriculture are as well accountable for the city’s residents and companies. Nicknamed “the pearl of the Pacific,” Guayaquil is the major and most populated city in Ecuador, eclipsing even Quito, the country’s capital.
While the city’s vibe is exhaustively modern, Guayaquil has a long history. Founded in 1534, it spent almost 300 years under Spanish control, until the city’s army overthrew the Spanish forces and declared independence the October 9, 1820 before it went on to help other cities declare their independence as well. Guayaquil’s pride in its role continues today, and the city’s flag flies as much as the national flag.
