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Professor Mgs. Hernán Antonio Moreano of the Department of Security and Defense, represented the University of the Armed Forces – ESPE in the international course “National Development”, held at the National Defense University (NDU), in Taipei, Taiwan 🇹🇼, from March 16 to 27, 2026.

During this academic experience, he strengthened his knowledge in development, technology and security, in addition to identifying opportunities for academic and research cooperation, contributing to the international positioning of ESPE.

Training that transcends borders and strengthens knowledge.

This academic and strategic space brought together national and international specialists with the aim of strengthening the multi-domain capabilities of the Armed Forces, through analysis, updating of knowledge and exchange of experiences in the field of air and cyber defense.

Through this forum, the development of comprehensive strategies, the use of emerging technologies and operational preparedness are promoted, contributing to a more effective response to contemporary threats and the strengthening of national security.

The event was chaired by BRIG. Nilo Estrada Caicedo, Commander of the Air Force Education and Doctrine Command, who highlighted the importance of innovation and inter-institutional cooperation to face the new challenges of the technological environment.

ESPE reaffirms its commitment to training, research and the generation of knowledge at the service of the country’s defence and development.

Civic Moment │ The conference was given by Tcrn. Francisco Salvador Santacruz, Mgtr., Director of the IASA I Administrative Support Unit, with the theme “Day of the Ecuadorian Teacher”, highlighting the value of teaching work in academic and professional training.

The day concluded with the intervention of Crnl. Mauricio González, rector of the University of the Armed Forces – ESPE, who addressed the inauguration of the SI 2026 academic period and extended a commemorative greeting for Teacher’s Day.

The Crnl. Mauricio González, rector of the University of the Armed Forces ESPE, together with his delegation, fulfilled an academic agenda in Brazil with a visit to the University of the Air Force (UNIFA) and the Army Command and General Staff School (ECEME), within the framework of the strengthening of international cooperation.

During the day, he held meetings with military authorities, Commanders General Carlos Alberto Moutinho Vaz (ECEME) and Major General Max Cintra Moreira (UNIFA), where they discussed lines of work focused on technical-scientific development, innovation and applied research. In this context, joint initiatives aimed at co-development, patent management and the sharing of high-level technological infrastructure were planned.

These actions consolidate strategic links that contribute to the advancement of knowledge, technology transfer and the strengthening of capacities in the field of defense and security.

The Crnl. Mauricio González, rector of the University of the Armed Forces ESPE, made an official visit to the Military Institute of Engineering (IME) of Brazil, where he was received by its director, Major General Military Engineer Juraci Ferreira Galdino, director. He also visited the Naval War College (EGN), being welcomed by its director, Rear Admiral Gustavo Leite Cypriano Neves.

During the meetings, spaces for dialogue aimed at scientific cooperation, research and the development of joint projects in strategic areas such as Defense and Security were strengthened. The ESPE delegation learned about the postgraduate programs, institutional capacities and toured key facilities that promote training and high-level research.

These activities reaffirm ESPE’s commitment to internationalization, academic excellence and the strengthening of strategic alliances at the regional and international levels.

#ESPEU, through the Directorate of Management and Promotion of Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Development Projects, in conjunction with the Integrated Security Unit, held an enriching talk and discussion aimed at teachers and administrative staff of the Green University Commission. ♻️

During the day, key issues such as institutional energy efficiency, the Ecuador Zero Carbon (PECC) program, generation of sustainable projects and alignment with the indicators of the UI GreenMetric ranking were addressed.

This initiative strengthens institutional capacities and reaffirms ESPE’s commitment to sustainability, promoting concrete actions for the construction of a more environmentally responsible campus.

The Crnl. Mauricio González, rector of the University of the Armed Forces ESPE held a meeting today with the teaching staff, whose purpose was to share the vision and the main guidelines that will guide their management. In his speech, he highlighted the importance of promoting immediate transformations that consolidate academic quality by placing students and teaching staff as central axes of the institutional work. 📚

The meeting concluded with a call for unity and joint work, as fundamental pillars to strengthen the positioning and future of the University of the Armed Forces ESPE.

🎖️ With deep respect for the institutionality, tradition and values that represent us, the University of the Armed Forces – ESPE carried out the Official Change of Command Ceremony of the Rectorate, in accordance with Resolution CCFFAA-JCC-001-2026, through which the new authorities are appointed.
The Crnl. Mauricio González, officially assumed the position of Rector, in a solemn act of delivery-reception of responsibilities, succeeding in the position Crnl. Víctor Emilio Villavicencio Álvarez, PhD., who culminates a management distinguished by his leadership, institutional commitment and contribution to academic excellence.
🤝This act reaffirms the #ESPEU’s commitment to institutional continuity, transparency and the strengthening of higher education at the service of the country.
✍️ The signing of the minutes of the Change of Command constitutes the legal and protocol act through which the transition of leadership at the University of the Armed Forces – ESPE is formalized. This solemn moment supports the delivery and reception of responsibilities, guaranteeing transparency, legitimacy and continuity in academic and institutional management.
In this context, under the direction of Crnl. Mauricio González, Rector of the University, projects his mission towards new challenges, while honoring with gratitude and recognition the legacy of Crnl. Víctor E. Villavicencio Álvarez, PhD., whose management was distinguished by his leadership, strategic vision and valuable contribution to institutional consolidation.
🤝 In this way, #ESPEU reaffirms its commitment to academic excellence and the strengthening of higher education at the service of the country.

Thanks to the joint work between the University of the Armed Forces ESPE and the Social Security Institute of the Armed Forces Issfa Ecuador, around 50 older adults completed a stage full of learning, effort and dreams fulfilled in the University of the Elderly Program. 🧓🏻👵🏻

Every smile, every applause and every look reflected something invaluable, the certainty that it is never too late to learn, grow and start again.

This significant event was attended by General José Ignacio Fiallo Vásquez, Director General of ISSFA, and Colonel Mauricio González, Rector of the University of the Armed Forces ESPE, who reaffirmed the commitment of both institutions to the inclusion, well-being and dignity of our elderly.

💚 Because knowledge has no age and learning transforms lives.

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