
The bilateral agreement strengthened military capabilities and border security
Ecuador and Brazil signed cooperation agreements on defense, surveillance, and the fight against illegal mining
Minister of Defense Gian Carlo Loffredo met with Brazil's ambassador, Flávio Soares Damico, on August 1. The meeting consolidated a technical agenda of cooperation in defense and security.
They agreed to strengthen operations against illegal mining in the Amazon through shared experiences. The alliance includes the implementation of advanced technologies and rigorous operational protocols.
The collaboration will seek to intensify border surveillance with Brazilian technical support. The dialogue envisions coordinated plans to react quickly to common threats.
Ecuador also evaluated joining as an observer in the Bracolper trinational naval operation. This participation reflects a strategic approach to regional maritime cooperation with Brazil and Peru.

These agreements strengthen the capabilities of the Ecuadorian Armed Forces through advisory support and operational modernization. Bilateral cooperation reduces institutional gaps and improves the response to joint challenges.
Meanwhile, Noboa held a meeting with U.S. Secretary of Security Kristi Noem on July 31. This session complemented the regional effort with a focus on migration control and internal security.
The government seeks to reinforce border management capacity with diversified international support. This approach reflects a comprehensive vision of security and prevention in the region.
With these agreements, the Executive highlights its leadership in security and technical institutionality. The current administration demonstrates a pragmatic and structured approach that overcomes inherited coordination deficits.
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