Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has issued changes to executive decrees that introduce new requisitions aimed at preserving internal security in the country under a state of emergency. This state of emergency, initially declared on December 31, 2025, in nine provinces due to serious internal unrest, has continued to evolve as Noboa recently extended the measures. The provinces affected include Guayas, Manabí, Santa Elena, and others that have been particularly impacted by violence and instability.

The new measures set forth by Noboa include a nighttime curfew from 11 PM to 5 AM specifically in Guayas, El Oro, Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, and Los Ríos to support ongoing security operations designed to regain control over these areas experiencing heightened unrest. These decisions come in response to ongoing challenges with violence and public disorder, highlighting the government's struggle to maintain security and public order in the face of widespread turmoil.

Noboa's approach signals a proactive stance on internal security as his government seeks to reassure the public and restore order amidst the crisis. However, the implications of such measures, including potential impacts on civil liberties and the effectiveness of enforcement, remain to be seen as the country grapples with the ramifications of both the state of emergency and the growing unrest.