INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Yesterday, Ecuadorians cast their votes for substantial security reforms during a national referendum led by President Daniel Noboa.This
vote confirmed strong public support for his strategies to tackle rising crime.The National Electoral Council (CNE) quickly and reliably
reported that the majority supported nine of the eleven proposed policy questions.These endorsed measures, receiving 60% to 73% of the vote,
aim to boost the collaboration between the Armed Forces and police.They intensify the crackdown on organized crime, increase control over
arms and ammunition, and raise penalties for serious crimes like terrorism and murder.Additionally, the reforms facilitate the extradition
of citizens involved in international crimes and promote the creation of specialized constitutional courts to speed up justice.Ecuador
Embraces Security Reforms in Landmark Referendum
(Photo Internet reproduction)In the recent plebiscite, economic measures including fixed-term and hourly employment contracts were
decisively rejected by the electorate, with 68% voting against them.Similarly, the proposal to utilize international arbitration for dispute
resolution was also turned down, with 64% of voters opposing it.An impressive 72% of the 13.6 million eligible voters participated, showing
deep-rooted democratic enthusiasm.On social media, President Noboa thanked everyone and pledged to use these new measures to restore peace
and enhance security throughout Ecuador.His actions counter the rising drug trafficking that has turned quiet regions into centers of
reelection bid, signaling strong public endorsement of his leadership and policies.These results mark a significant move toward
strengthening law and order in Ecuador amid ongoing security and economic challenges.
