It appears that the recent efforts of Ecuador’s President Guillermo Lasso to curb crime rates have received a positive response in both the public sphere and the actual implementation. The President’s decision to call a referendum to tackle crime seems to have gained preliminary support, judging by the early results. This move targets introducing tougher penalties for perpetrators, especially those associated with gangs.
In parallel, the arrest of a prominent gang member illustrates the authorities’ strengthened actions on the ground. This can be viewed as a tangible