Diplomatic relations between Ecuador and Mexico were strained following the violent police raid that resulted in the arrest of former Vice President Jorge Glas at the Mexican Embassy in Quito. Reports indicated that Glas attempted suicide with an overdose of medication, resulting in him being transferred to the Military Hospital in Guayaquil for treatment. Despite rumors circulating about his condition and location, no official confirmation or denial has been issued by Ecuadorian authorities.
Following his arrest, diplomatic tensions rose between the two countries, and the Organization of American States (OAS) became involved in reviewing the case. Despite this controversy, former president Rafael Correa expressed concern for Glas’s well-being on social media. The former vice president was ultimately transferred to a maximum security prison in Guayaquil after his arrest at the embassy.
In Denmark, efforts are underway to find alternatives to environmentally harmful soybean imports. Danish animal feed is being developed to replace soy from South America with grass protein as part of a larger push towards a bio-based economy involving research institutions and businesses collaborating to develop eco-friendly solutions. This initiative aims to reduce the environmental impact of soy cultivation and offer a more sustainable option for feed production.
