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Written question asked by Anna McMorrin (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 January 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 January 2024 (named day). It was answered by David Rutley (Conservative) on Monday, 15 January 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Ecuador: Emergency Powers

Question

To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, whether he has taken steps to support his Ecuadorian counterpart in the context of the recently declared state of emergency in that country.

Answer

We are carefully monitoring developments in Ecuador following recent security incidents and the declaration of a nationwide state of emergency. We are in close contact with the Ecuadorean authorities in both Quito and London. We have been clear in our discussions that we will continue to support Ecuador in its fight against serious organised crime and the maintenance of law and order.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
9041
Session
2023-24
Related items
Ecuador: Emergency Powers
Monday, 11 March 2024
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Emergency powers Ecuador
Link
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