The ongoing legal proceedings between Mexico and Ecuador at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) continue to develop in 2024. This case, officially titled “Embassy of Mexico in Quito (Mexico v. Ecuador)”, has seen significant activity, particularly concerning Mexico’s request for provisional measures.
In the latest developments, on July 19, 2024, the ICJ issued an order fixing the time limits for the submission of Memorial and Counter-Memorial in the case. This order follows the Court’s previous decision on provisional measures.
Earlier, on May 23, 2024, the ICJ addressed Mexico’s request for the indication of provisional measures. Mexico had filed this request in connection with the events surrounding its embassy in Quito. However, after careful consideration, the Court concluded that the circumstances did not warrant the exercise of its power to indicate provisional measures at that time. This decision was outlined in an Order issued on the same day.
Leading up to this decision, public hearings were held on April 30 and May 1, 2024, where both Mexico and Ecuador presented their arguments regarding the request for provisional measures. These hearings followed Mexico’s initiation of proceedings against Ecuador on April 11, 2024, the date when Mexico formally requested the ICJ to indicate provisional measures.
The proceedings at the ICJ highlight the ongoing legal and diplomatic complexities between Mexico and Ecuador in 2024. While the request for provisional measures was not granted, the case continues to move forward with the establishment of deadlines for further submissions, marking the next phase in this international legal dispute.
