World Court denies Mexico’s request for measures against Ecuador | Global News

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has made a significant decision in the ongoing diplomatic dispute between Mexico and Ecuador, rejecting Mexico’s demand for emergency measures to protect its embassy in Ecuador. The dispute stems from the arrest of Ecuador’s former Vice President Jorge Glas, who had sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in Quito.

Mexico had accused Ecuador of violating international law by breaching the embassy, while Ecuador claimed that Mexico had illegally granted asylum to Glas, who has been convicted of corruption and is facing additional charges. The ICJ ruled that Ecuador had already promised to protect Mexican diplomatic premises, and therefore additional orders were not necessary.

Despite the rejection of Mexico’s request for emergency measures, both countries have lawsuits against each other at the ICJ, with final rulings expected to take years. The Mexican president emphasized that the ruling sets a precedent for the inviolability of embassies and expressed confidence in the ongoing legal process.

Meanwhile, Glas remains in jail in Ecuador, facing charges related to the misuse of funds for earthquake reconstruction. His legal team has vowed to appeal a court ruling that deemed his arrest illegal but ordered him to remain in custody.

The diplomatic spat between Mexico and Ecuador highlights the complexities of international relations and the role of the ICJ in resolving disputes between nations. As the legal process continues, both countries will be closely watching for further developments in this high-profile case.