Ecuador’s National Assembly resumed the political trial of Interior Minister Mónica Palencia on Monday. The Oversight and Political Control Commission reconvened to examine allegations of dereliction of duty against Palencia. The trial centers on two main issues that have shaken Ecuador’s political landscape. The first issue involves the controversial raid on the Mexican Embassy in Quito on April 5, where Ecuadorian police entered the diplomatic compound to arrest former Vice President Jorge Glas. The second issue concerns Ecuador’s ongoing security crisis, with critics accusing Palencia of failing to combat rising crime and violence effectively.
Palencia faces scrutiny for her role in the embassy incursion, violating diplomatic norms, and for her alleged failure to address the country’s security challenges. As the trial continues, led by assembly members from the Citizen Revolution Movement, the outcome may have significant implications for Ecuador’s political landscape and international relations. This trial highlights the intricate connection between domestic politics and international diplomacy in Ecuador.