Gustavo Petro claims that Ecuador is the world's largest exporter of cocaine
The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, has sparked a strong controversy with his recent statements on drug trafficking in the region. According to the president, Ecuador has currently become the world's main exporter of cocaine, even surpassing Colombia in this regard.
During a public event, Petro explained that drug trafficking routes have changed significantly in recent years. Traditionally, Colombia was considered the main center of production and distribution, but the president asserts that the geographical and logistical situation has evolved.
Petro pointed out that violence and the control of criminal gangs in Ecuadorian ports have facilitated this change in trend. According to his analysis, a large part of the drugs produced in the region now leaves for international markets, such as Europe and the United States, through the coasts of Ecuador.
These statements have caused various reactions in both Colombia and Ecuador. While some security experts agree that criminality has grown at an alarming rate in the neighboring country, others believe that these statements should be analyzed with caution and based on official data from international organizations.
Finally, the debate on the fight against drug trafficking remains a priority for Latin American governments. International cooperation and the exchange of information will be fundamental to facing this problem that deeply affects the security and stability of the entire region.