With a deadline approaching, Ecuador’s two main political factions, “Pacto” and “Abelardismo,” have accredited a significant number of poll watchers for the upcoming presidential runoff election. Pacto has registered 129,000 witnesses, while Abelardismo has accredited 97,000. These individuals will monitor the voting process to ensure transparency and legitimacy. The National Electoral Council (CNE) president has urged both campaigns to finalize the accreditation process before the 5 PM deadline tomorrow. The large number of accredited observers signals heightened scrutiny and potential challenges to the election results. This move comes as Ecuador prepares to choose its next president in a closely contested race. The accreditation process is a standard practice in Ecuadorian elections, but the scale this year is notable.