Relations between Ecuador and Colombia: an example of the need for a democratic foreign policy

Authors

  • Javier Ponce Leiva Servicio Exterior del EcuadorHarvard University

Keywords:

Border, foreign policy, agenda, citizen participation

Abstract

The author reviews Ecuador's foreign policy towards Colombia, which is considered as a deficient one. This article analyzes such issues as the absence of an elementary domestic consensus, the precarious coordination between civil and military officials, the weak links between domestic policies and foreign policy, and the lack of a specific agenda towards Colombia. The author recommends developing a foreign policy based on a well-established agenda, which should give priority to domestic goals.

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Author Biography

Javier Ponce Leiva, Servicio Exterior del EcuadorHarvard University

Embajador del Servicio Exterior del Ecuador, magíster en Administración Pública, Harvard University.

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How to Cite

Ponce Leiva, J. (2016). Relations between Ecuador and Colombia: an example of the need for a democratic foreign policy. Comentario Internacional. Journal of the Andean Center of International Studies, (6), 46–56. Retrieved from https://revistas.uasb.edu.ec/index.php/comentario/article/view/148

Issue

No. 6 (2006): Luces y sombras de la negociación del TLC

Section

Relevance

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