SIP Supports Democracy and Freedom of Press in Ecuador

The Inter American Press Association (SIP) today condemned any attempt in Ecuador that aims to destabilize the democratic institutions of the country, while condemned the violation of press freedom.

SIP headquarters in Miami, also criticized the legislation that requires TV and radio channels of the South American country to link its signal to the state broadcaster.

SIP Alejandro Aguirre President expressed confidence that Ecuador ‘exceeds the seizure situation through and return immediately to full normality” However, asked to ensure ‘respect for the journalists to work freely and be guaranteed the right to information of all Ecuadorians. “