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Ecuador welcomed the Andean New Year, Mushuk Nina 2026, with a celebration of ancestral music and rituals in the Ilaló caves near Quito.

The new Chilean government has suspended protections for the endangered Humboldt penguin amid ongoing legal battles over a controversial mining project.

Ecuador and Colombia are set to hold a high-level meeting on March 25 and 26 in Lima, Peru, aimed at resolving existing divergences between the two nations.

Ecuador and Colombia plan to initiate technical dialogues, supported by the Andean Community, to address ongoing tariff and political conflicts.

A recent study indicates that several species of the ornamental plant genus Thunbergia are emerging threats to Ecuador's forest ecosystems, particularly in the Andean region.

Ecuador and Colombia are set to resume commercial dialogue under the Andean Community to address their trade differences.

Rain is expected in the Coastal region, much of the Amazon, and parts of the Inter-Andean region, particularly in the afternoon and evening.

La Chola Poblete, a prominent Andean trans artist, is showcasing her pop art at the São Paulo Museum of Art, highlighting cultural and LGBTQIA+ issues through her provocative works.

Unexpected animal footprints have been discovered in the northern jungles of Argentina, suggesting the existence of the Andean bear.

Andrea Tello, an Ecuadorian jewelry designer, creates contemporary pieces inspired by Andean indigenous cultures, merging traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.

Researchers from multiple universities have studied the impact of environmental gradients on the morphology of Ecuadorian lizards from the Stenocercus genus, highlighting the relationship between these traits and climate and altitude.

The Secretary-General of the Andean Community expressed significant concern over the trade dispute between Ecuador and Colombia, calling for dialogue between the countries' leaders.

Casa Mocha in Huacalera combines art, culture, and a unique culinary experience with a menu that blends Andean and Lebanese recipes.

Ecuador's Minister of Production expresses concerns over the lack of political will from Colombia regarding trade negotiations, noting a breakdown in dialogue.

The Andean Integration System urgently calls for dialogue between the presidents of Ecuador and Colombia amidst escalating trade tensions.

A recent study using CT scans has uncovered intricate details about the Inca child sacrifice rituals known as 'capacocha' that occurred five centuries ago.

Ecuadorian singer Daniel Páez releases a new love single 'Inseparables,' part of his EP 'Sí se puede amar (volume 1).'

Three rescued Andean bear cubs highlight the endangered status of their species in Ecuador.

Recent archaeological findings in the Andes reveal details about Incan child sacrifices that challenge previous historical accounts.

Ecuador and Colombia are currently engaged in a commercial dispute that has resulted in two parallel legal processes being initiated in the Andean Community.

The CAN Secretary is investigating a 30% customs control fee charged by Ecuador to Colombia following Colombia's request for its classification as a tax.

Ecuador and Colombia are engaged in dialogue to address the commercial tensions arising from mutual trade grievances presented before the Andean Community's General Secretariat.

Ecuador has submitted three formal complaints against Colombia to the Andean Community Secretariat, citing violations of trade and security rights.

Colombia has submitted a request to the General Secretariat of the Andean Community to classify Ecuador's 30% customs control fee as a tax.

Traditional celebrations in the Andean region are driving passenger traffic from Guayaquil to cities where Carnival is celebrated annually.

Ecuador is expected to experience scattered rains in the eastern mountain range and southern regions of the Amazon and Inter-Andean zones on February 11.

The Coffee of Quito, cultivated in the biodiverse Andean Chocó region of Ecuador, is seeking to establish a presence in the European market due to its gastronomic value and cultural significance.

Argentinian and Chilean writers are holding a book raffle to raise funds for families affected by wildfires in the Andean Region of Patagonia.

Colombia plans to take legal action against Ecuador due to the latter's imposition of a 30% tariff on Colombian goods, following a failed meeting aimed at reaching agreements between the two nations.

Colombia is set to file a lawsuit against Ecuador at the Andean Community, claiming that Ecuador's 30% security tax on Colombian imports violates key provisions of the Cartagena Agreement.

The Colombian government will issue a tariff decree for 66 Ecuadorian products entering its territory and file a complaint against Ecuador in the Andean Community of Nations due to President Daniel Noboa's refusal to lift the 30% security tax on imports from Colombia.

The authorities of Cuenca are planning measures to preserve the Andean moors during Carnival 2026, which will feature a concert with Nicky Jam and Trébol Clan funded through ticket exchanges for environmental purposes.

Los Mirlos, a Peruvian cumbia band celebrated for blending traditional Andean-Amazonian music with contemporary psychedelia, are set to release a new album.

Ecuadorian police seized 200 kilograms of drugs and arrested ten individuals during an operation in Chimborazo province, targeting a criminal gang involved in kidnapping and drug trafficking.

Ronda, a city in Malaga known for its medieval fortress and romantic allure, now attracts active tourism with the opening of the Garganta del Tajo gorge.

Peruvian artist Antonio Paucar has won the Artes Mundi prize in Wales and plans to use the £40,000 award to build a cultural center in the Andes.

Pedro Sánchez condemned the recent violation of international legality in Venezuela in a letter to PSOE members, while facing criticism from the PP for his stance on democracy in the Andean nation.