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Ecuador’s 2021 General Election: Transparency and Accountability Measures Take Effect

QUITO, Ecuador - In a significant move towards promoting transparency and accountability in politics, Ecuador has implemented several key reforms ahead of the 2021 general election. These measures aim to increase financial disclosure, strengthen electoral oversight, and prevent corruption.

Key Reforms

• Ban on Corporate Financial Contributions: Ecuador has banned corporate financial contributions to political organizations and campaigns, aiming to reduce the influence of money in politics and promote fairness in elections.
• Strengthened Electoral Oversight: The country has introduced stricter regulations for political parties and increased transparency in campaign financing to prevent corruption.
• Reform of Law on Sworn Asset Declarations: All family members and public officials are now required to disclose their assets and interests, aiming to prevent conflicts of interest and promote transparency in government.

Importance of Transparency and Accountability

• Promoting Social Control: Online access to public information, internal oversight mechanisms, and closer auditing by the Controller General are essential for promoting social control.
• Judicial Independence: Ecuador has taken steps to update its laws on transparency and access to public information, strengthen oversight mechanisms, and adopt international standards to combat corruption.

Commitment to Transparency and Accountability

“We are committed to promoting transparency and accountability in politics,” said [Name], a spokesperson for the Fundación Ciudadanía y Desarrollo (FCD). “These reforms demonstrate our commitment to ensuring that political power is exercised in a fair and transparent manner.”

Full Report

The full report can be accessed at: https://padf.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Informe-de-consultoria-con-portada.pdf