Ecuador Approves 18 Security Laws Under Daniel Noboa's Government

Ecuador has seen a significant surge in legislative production concerning security and defense during Daniel Noboa's presidency. Between November 2023 and July 2026, 18 laws were approved, marking a historic number of legislative enactments in these critical areas.

The approved laws cover a wide spectrum of security concerns. These include the establishment of universities for citizen security and police sciences, measures to combat corruption through financial savings and monetization, and regulations for private security services. Additionally, legislation was passed to address internal armed conflict and economic crisis, foster cooperation with the International Criminal Court, and enhance control over airspace.

Further bolstering the security apparatus, laws were enacted in 2025 to strengthen national solidarity, intelligence gathering, public integrity, and protected areas. Reforms also aimed to bolster the armed forces and national police through tax incentives for donations, enhancing their operational capabilities.

Despite the high volume of legislation, the effectiveness and validity of these laws are not absolute. The Ecuadorian Observatory of Conflicts Llamas reported that two laws, the National Solidarity Law and the Public Integrity Law, were declared unconstitutional on September 26, 2025. Furthermore, several articles within the Intelligence Law are provisionally suspended. The Law of Extradition, though approved, awaited official publication as of July 2026.