Early results from Ecuador’s referendum indicate that President Daniel Noboa has secured public backing for security measures aimed at enhancing his crackdown on crime. The government appears poised to receive approval for nine out of the 11 proposals presented in Sunday’s vote, including key security initiatives, as per data from the National Electoral Council (CNE).
Notably, 72% of the public seem to endorse allowing the military to collaborate with police in combating organized crime, a move currently restricted to states of emergency. Additionally, 65% support permitting the extradition of Ecuadorians under specific conditions, such as ensuring humane treatment and no death penalty usage. These proposals necessitate constitutional amendments, as the current Constitution prohibits the extradition of Ecuadorians under any circumstances.
