Ex-Ecuador President Moreno Charged with Bribery

Former Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno ordered to stand trial on bribery charges linked to the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric plant. Prosecutors allege Sinohydro, the construction company, paid bribes totaling $76 million between 2009-2018. Moreno denies the accusations and resides in Paraguay, complicating the legal process. The plant, operational since 2016, has faced technical issues. Morenos trial marks a significant step in the ongoing corruption investigation. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.