Ecuador is a country located in South America, bordered by Colombia to the north, Peru to the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It has a population of about 17 million people and the capital city is Quito. The official language is Spanish and the currency is the US dollar.

Ecuador has a diverse economy, with a mix of agricultural, industrial, and service sectors. The country is known for its production of oil, bananas, and flowers, as well as its tourism industry. However, it has faced economic challenges in recent years, including high levels of public debt and a reliance on commodity exports.

Politically, Ecuador has a presidential representative democratic republic system of government. The president is elected by popular vote and serves a four-year term. The country has a history of political instability and has experienced several changes in government in recent decades.

Ecuador is a member of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) and the Organization of American States (OAS). It also has close ties with other countries in the region, including Venezuela and Bolivia.

Ecuador maintains contact with 21 countries. The five most intense relations Ecuador has are with: China with a score of 13 212 , United States with a score of 6 670 , India with a score of 5 210 , Mexico with a score of 5 032 , and Spain with a score of 4 885 .

The top five closest relations from Ecuador are: United States with a score of 7.35 , Mexico with a score of 7.35 , India with a score of 6.47 , Peru with a score of 5.91 , and Malaysia with a score of 5.89 .

While, the top five strained relations from Ecuador are: China with a score of 3.29 , Colombia with a score of 3.38 , Germany with a score of 4.38 , Brazil with a score of 4.68 , and Turkey with a score of 5.0 .