The U.S. Secretary of State praised Ecuador for its leading role in combating drug trafficking and transnational criminal organizations under the Trump administration’s regional security initiatives. The country’s efforts were described as the most aggressive in the Western Hemisphere, signaling a strong partnership in countering illicit networks. The remarks highlight a key focus on regional cooperation amid broader concerns over organized crime. Details on specific actions or policies driving this assessment remain unspecified.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hailed Ecuador on Wednesday as being the most "aggressive" partner in the Trump administration's push to crack down on drug trafficking and transnational criminal groups in the Western Hemisphere.
