Ecuador’s Noboa pledges to extradite criminals in State of the Union speech
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa delivered his State of the Union address, emphasizing his government's efforts to combat crime and improve the economy. He highlighted the extradition of criminals and significant drug seizures as part of his administration's strategy. However, critics argue that his methods may endanger civilians and have not effectively reduced crime rates.
- ▪Noboa pledged to extradite criminals and highlighted the seizure of nearly 300 tonnes of drugs.
- ▪Ecuador has faced a surge in organized crime and violence, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ▪Critics claim that Noboa's aggressive tactics have not successfully decreased crime and may pose risks to civilians.
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News|PoliticsEcuador’s Noboa pledges to extradite criminals in State of the Union speechThe right-wing president highlighted anti-crime operations and economic progress, while critics warned of abuses.SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoPresident Daniel Noboa delivers his State of the Nation address in Quito, Ecuador, on May 24 [Dolores Ochoa/AP Photo]By The Associated PressPublished On 24 May 202624 May 2026Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has used his State of the Union speech to tout his United States-backed crime-fighting strategies as well as improvements to the economy.Addressing the National Assembly in the capital Quito on Sunday, Noboa cited the extradition of a dozen crime bosses to the US and…
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