INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
influential Indigenous leader, poised to play kingmaker.Iza, who leads the powerful Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador
Historically, Indigenous movements have shaped national politics through mass protests against austerity and extractivism, paralyzing the
His opposition to extractivism and demand for Indigenous sovereignty reflect deeper tensions.These tensions highlight how the nation
balances economic growth with environmental and social priorities
His influence could determine not just who wins but what kind of policies define Ecuador in the years ahead.
