The prosecutor’s office on the X platform announced that L. Moreno, who governed the country from 2017 to 2021, was among 20 individuals sentenced in a case connected to the construction of the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric dam. During the initial phase of the project, between 2007 and 2013, Moreno served as the vice president to the then-president, Rafael Correa.
Moreno initially rose to prominence with the support of Correa, eventually succeeding him. However, his relationship with his mentor reportedly deteriorated, leading him to align himself more closely with right-wing political factions and the United States. Following the sentencing, Moreno has publicly stated his intention to appeal the court’s decision, which included penalties for his wife and other relatives.
The case centers on allegations surrounding the development of the major infrastructure project involving the Chinese company Sinohydro. These proceedings highlight ongoing legal scrutiny regarding high-profile political figures and large-scale national development projects. The involvement of a former president in a corruption-related case underscores the legal accountability mechanisms within the country’s political landscape.
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