President Daniel Noboa called for uniting global efforts against drug trafficking

President Daniel Noboa participated on November 4 in the Plenary Assembly of the Business Council of Latin America (CEAL) in Washington D.C., where he presented the lecture "Security for Development: The Frontal Fight Against Organized Crime". In his speech, he urged business leaders to make the fight against drug trafficking a common goal.

"The narco-terrorist threat destroys society and its collective morals," warned the president, emphasizing that Ecuador is now the third country in the world in drug interdiction. Noboa recalled that in 2024 alone, 302 metric tons (665,796 pounds) of illegal substances were seized, valued at more than USD 5 billion, and projected to exceed 500 metric tons (1,102,311 pounds) by the end of 2025.

During his presentation, the president highlighted that the country risk dropped from 1,300 to 684 points, the lowest level in more than a decade. He attributed this improvement to fiscal stability, the progressive elimination of inefficient subsidies, and the strengthening of social programs such as Raíces and Incentivo Emprende, aimed at inclusion and productive employment.

The president stated that the bilateral relationship with United States "is at its highest point" and highlighted the advanced trade negotiations with Washington, China, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates. "We seek to integrate into the global economy through transparent and beneficial alliances for the country," Noboa said before business leaders and regional authorities.