Ecuador has taken a bold step to address rising drug-related violence. President Daniel Noboa declared a partial state of emergency on Thursday, October 3, 2024. This measure affects Quito and six of Ecuador’s 24 provinces. The decision aims to curb the growing threat from drug trafficking groups. The state of emergency will last 60 days. […]
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