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PoliticsOct 22Argentina declares five criminal groups from Mexico, Ecuador, and Colombia as terrorist organizationsArgentina classifies five Latin American criminal groups as terrorists, aligning with U.S. security policy. The measure includes Mexican cartels and Colombian guerrillas, intensifying the fight against drug trafficking and organized crime.Clarín
PoliticsBreakingOct 22Ecuador: Police arrest Luisa González, the Correísta who ran for president against Noboa, amid investigation for irregular financingLa detención se produjo en Canuto, la localidad rural de la provincia de Manabí donde se crió y creció la entonces aspirante por el correísmo.El Tiempo
PoliticsOct 20Presidents Keiko Fujimori and Daniel Noboa agree on a joint fight between Peru and Ecuador against organized crimeEl encuentro, que tuvo lugar en Lima, también permitió afianzar las relaciones en temas de seguridad, cooperación, energía, desarrollo e integración.El Tiempo
PoliticsOct 16Ecuadorian Court determines that trade agreement with the US requires legislative approvalLa Corte de Ecuador dictaminó que el acuerdo comercial con EE.UU. necesita aprobación legislativa, según el artículo 419 de la Constitución.El pacto eliminará la sobretasa del 10% a exportaciones no petroleras, beneficiando a sectores agro y pesquero, además de reducir aranceles a maquinaria.Clarín
PoliticsBreakingOct 11Ecuadorian newspaper stops printing after pressure from President NoboaLa Silla Vacía
PoliticsOct 9Juan Carlos Vélez will be Abelardo's ambassador to EcuadorFue senador por el Partido de La U. Como gerente del uribismo en la campaña por el “No”, dijo que la estrategia era que la gente saliera a votar “berraca”. The post Juan Carlos Vélez será el embajador en Ecuador de Abelardo appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
PoliticsOct 5'Iron fist' of Daniel Noboa under scrutiny: how he would be pressuring Ecuador's Constitutional Court over limits to his security policiesUn informe de NYU documenta ataques, investigaciones y reformas contra el tribunal, en medio del avance regional de las políticas de mano dura.El Tiempo
PoliticsOct 2Ecuador signs an agreement with the U.S. to strengthen internal police controlEcuador and the U.S. launch a project to strengthen internal police control, preventing organized crime infiltration into the institution. The plan includes training, technology, and trust centers in Guayaquil and Manta, expanding oversight capabilities beyond Quito.Clarín
PoliticsOct 2Human Rights Watch asks US and Ecuador to reveal legal basis for attacks on ships in the PacificHuman Rights Watch demands that the US and Ecuador clarify the legality behind destroying fishing boats in the Pacific, without proof of crimes. The US alleges that the vessels supported drug trafficking, while HRW denounces abuses and lack of evidence to justify the actions.Clarín
PoliticsOct 2Colombia and Ecuador sign parliamentary declaration against crime and drug trafficking at the XII Ibero-American Parliamentary ForumLos dos representantes de los países latinoamericanos siguen reforzando sus compromisos en seguridad.El Tiempo
PoliticsSep 24Why Trump should designate Ecuador as a major non-NATO allyUnder President Daniel Noboa, Ecuador has restored extradition and expanded military, intelligence and law-enforcement cooperation with Washington.The Hill
PoliticsSep 16U.S. Fast-Tracked Deportation of Ecuadorean Politician Despite Torture FearsThe removal of José Serrano, a critic of President Daniel Noboa who has been accused of criminal activity, underscores how the Trump administration has asserted control over U.S. immigration courts.NYT US
PoliticsSep 16Daniel Noboa, President of Ecuador, decreed a new state of exception for sixty days and made a nighttime curfew official; this is knownLa medida, que entró en vigor este martes 15 de septiembre, abarca diferentes provincias y municipios del país.El Tiempo
PoliticsSep 13United States revokes visas for seven former Ecuadorian officials and their families due to links with narcoterrorist organizations: 'No one is exempt'El Departamento de Estado señaló a siete antiguos funcionarios presuntos actos de corrupción.El Tiempo
PoliticsSep 11Ecuadorian justice frees another 28 crew members from two boats bombed by the USAn Ecuadorian magistrate released 28 sailors from two vessels sunk by the US, finding no evidence of links to drug trafficking. The vessels were identified as fuel stations for criminal boats, related to Los Choneros and the Sinaloa Cartel.Clarín
PoliticsSep 10On the Radar: Ecuador Boat Strikes, Peru Prisons, and Bolivia’s Coca SurgeOn the Radar: Ecuador Boat Strikes, Peru Prisons, and Bolivia’s Coca Surge What’s different about the US anti-drug strategy in Ecuador? Is Keiko Fujimori delivering on her tough-on-crime campaign promises in Peru? Can Bolivia's new government rein in its coca boom? This week's top three organized crime stories in On the Radar. The post On the Radar: Ecuador Boat Strikes, Peru Prisons, and Bolivia’s Coca Surge appeared first on InSight Crime.InSight Crime
PoliticsSep 10Ecuador Court Sentences Ex-President Bucaram In Corruption CaseThe trial over the illegal sale of medical supplies, including Covid-19 test kits, lasted six years. The post Ecuador Court Sentences Ex-President Bucaram In Corruption Case appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsSep 10Rubio pushes anti - drug fight in EcuadorSenator Rubio is advocating for anti-drug efforts in Ecuador. This highlights international cooperation on combating illicit drug trade.bssnews.net · Bangladesh
PoliticsSep 10Rubio visits Ecuador as Trump - friendly leader helps the US counterdrug push in the regionSenator Rubio is visiting Ecuador, where a leader friendly to Trump is assisting the US in its counter-drug initiatives in the region.venezuelastar.com · Venezuela
PoliticsSep 9Rubio says the US will toughen the fight against drug trafficking in Ecuador, its loyal allyThe U.S. is increasing its fight against drug trafficking in Ecuador, designating Los Tiguerones as terrorists and promising financial and logistical support. Washington is also restricting entry to former Ecuadorian judges due to corruption linked to mafias, while intensifying joint operations in the PacClarín
PoliticsSep 9Rubio to seek $45 million in additional security funding for EcuadorUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday that Washington would seek $45 million in additional security funding for Ecuador and provide military equipment as the two countries deepen cooperation against drug trafficking. During a visit to Quito, Rubio also announced new sanctions and a terrorist designation.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 9Marco Rubio arrives in Ecuador to meet with Noboa and strengthen the fight against organized crimeEl alto funcionario estadounidense visita Quito para reforzar la colaboración en seguridad y combatir el crimen transnacional.EE.UU. intensifica acciones contra embarcaciones vinculadas al narcotráfico en el Pacífico, hundiendo seis barcos con apoyo militar.Clarín
PoliticsSep 8Marco Rubio visits Ecuador amid US bombings of vessels in the PacificThe US diplomatic chief visits Ecuador to strengthen security cooperation, amidst operations against criminal gangs. The bilateral relationship intensifies with joint actions, including bombings of suspicious vessels and modernization of treaties.Clarín
PoliticsSep 8Rubio heads to Ecuador , Colombia , Peru after right - wing victories in region - Dominican Republic Post – Caribbean News , Business , Travel & CultureSenator Rubio is traveling to Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru following right-wing political victories in the region. This indicates diplomatic engagement and observation of regional political shifts.dominicanrepublicpost.com · United States