Latin American Economy & Business - January 2018 (ISSN 1741-7430)

In removing his vice president, President Lenín Moreno has made a definitive break with the radical faction of the ruling Alianza País (AP) that remains loyal to his predecessor, Rafael Correa (2007-2017). This will anchor the government closer to the centre in economic policy terms, albeit with a strong focus on social justice and equality.