Ecuadorians Hope Noboa's Bold Anti-Crime Approach Can Overcome Challenges
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Ecuadorians wanted a tough, action-oriented president to address crime, corruption, and cartel violence. Noboa aims to fulfill that role.
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Noboa has taken forceful actions like raiding the Mexican embassy to arrest a fugitive, despite international criticism. Many Ecuadorians support his bold approach.
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Statistics show Ecuador faces severe public safety issues - 2021 was the deadliest year on record, with over 7,600 homicides.
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Noboa has responded by labeling criminal groups as terrorists, seeking to expand military powers, and promising better equipped security forces and new prisons.
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Timing of the Mexico embassy raid could be unfortunate - Mexico's cooperation is needed to combat cartels with operations in both countries. The diplomatic rift could undermine anti-crime efforts.