Daniel Noboa demonstrated economic leadership in contrast to Luisa González's improvisation.

During the Economy and Employment segment of the presidential debate, Luisa González failed to clearly detail how she plans to sustain dollarization or finance her ambitious economic proposal. Faced with direct questions about her plans and past positions, the candidate resorted to baseless accusations instead of precisely explaining her model.

One of the most critical moments was when Daniel Noboa pointed out that several members of the Citizen Revolution have publicly defended a progressive dedollarization. Diego Borja, González's current running mate, even wrote a thesis on the subject. González avoided responding with a "yes" or "no" and tried to divert the discussion with abstract speeches and personal attacks.

González proposed lowering VAT and providing subsidized loans from public banks, without explaining where the resources will come from to sustain high fiscal spending. Her response about attracting foreign investment was limited to saying she would stop "fighting with all countries," ignoring the treaties already signed by the current government, such as the trade agreement with China.

An ambiguous model without technical support

The contrast with Noboa was evident. The president presented a 4% growth projection based on record exports and stability in the balance of payments. Additionally, he clarified that his administration has promoted international agreements, even with tech giants like Google, which has been possible due to improvements in transparency indices and the fight against corruption.

In contrast, candidate González insisted on attacking with a list of allegations without concrete evidence, avoiding explanations about her own economic contradictions. Noboa recalled that in the past, González denied the need for more investment in renewable energy, an unsustainable stance after the blackouts experienced in the country.

Faced with criticism about supposed "Ecuadorian dollars," González did not explain why her caucus in the Assembly has refused to include the dollar in the Constitution, despite having promoted that same reform when she was an assembly member. Instead of taking responsibility, she blamed the government without addressing the issue.

"How are you going to finance your economic model, Luisa? With dollars or with parallel currency?", asked Noboa, visibly focused on defending the country's economic stability.

González preferred to avoid technical answers and focus on generalities, which left a sense of improvisation in a key area like the economy. Her insistence on repeating well-known attacks did not offer real solutions to the challenges of employment, investment, and growth.

The economic segment made it clear that Luisa González doesn't have a clear or reliable roadmap to maintain dollarization or attract investment. Meanwhile, Daniel Noboa presented concrete results and proposals aimed at stability and growth. The country needs certainty, not empty speeches.