The Transparency and Social Control Function (FTCS) held its sixth regular session of the year in Quito at the Olmedo Hall of the Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar (UASB). The event coincided with the start of festivities marking the foundation of Quito.
Luis Cabezas-Klaere, president of FTCS and Superintendent of Companies, Securities and Insurance, led the session alongside other authorities from institutions that are part of this branch of government.
During the meeting, officials presented the Accompaniment and Monitoring System (SAM) for the National Plan for Public Integrity and Anti-Corruption 2024–2028. This system is designed to organize, guide, and coordinate actions to effectively monitor progress on the plan’s goals through a clear and assessable management model.
“Today we take a firm step toward a more honest and trustworthy Ecuador, where institutions not only are accountable but also transform themselves and promote transparency in their management,” said Luis Cabezas-Klaere during his speech.
Niels Olsen, president of the National Assembly, signed an official letter confirming legislative support for the National Plan for Public Integrity and Anti-Corruption. His participation highlighted an intent by the Legislative Function to move toward coordinated ethical governance.
Wilson Araque, acting rector of Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar, also signed a letter formalizing UASB’s commitment to the plan. The university stressed its dedication to promoting public ethics and research serving society.
Another agenda item was signing a Framework Agreement for Interinstitutional Cooperation between FTCS and Quito Honesto. Rodrigo Cáceres Sánchez represented Quito Honesto at this event. The agreement aims to strengthen joint efforts on public integrity.
The day included launching an Integrity Roundtable for the Business Sector led by the Superintendency for Economic Competition. This forum will encourage good practices, higher ethical standards, and private sector engagement in anti-corruption efforts. After a presentation by superintendent Hans Ehmig Dillon, plenary approval was given for its formation.
Cultural presentations were made by Fundación Cultural Armonía with music representative of Quito and Ballet Remembranza Ecuador with performances highlighting local cultural identity.
Evelin Rosero from ARTEC and Gisela Montalvo from Comité Empresarial Ecuatoriano participated in a citizen engagement segment. Their proposals were accepted by attending authorities.
Holding this session outside headquarters aims to strengthen FTCS’s presence across regions in Ecuador, bringing its work closer to citizens while encouraging a culture of integrity at local levels.
