Ecuador VP reappears at Expoflor, announces $11M IESS hospital award in Cayambe

Ecuador's Vice President María José Pinto made a public appearance at Expoflor, signaling a return to the public eye, and announced the awarding of the IESS hospital in Cayambe for $11 million. The announcement suggests continued government focus on infrastructure investment, though details on the contract and timeline remain unclear. This is a routine political appearance with minor economic implications.