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UAE arrests Ecuador national Roberto Carlos after Interpol's Red Notice

Both sides emphasised their commitment to maintaining effective channels of communication between their respective central authorities

Published: Mon 29 Dec 2025, 9:11 PM

UAE authorities have arrested Roberto Carlos Alvarez Vera, an Ecuadorian national listed on Interpol’s Red Notice, in response to a request from Ecuadorian authorities.

The governments of the United Arab Emirates and Ecuador affirmed that this outcome underscores the firm commitment of both countries to upholding the rule of law and strengthening international cooperation in combating transnational crime, including narcotics networks.

Furthermore, both sides emphasised their commitment to maintaining effective channels of communication between their respective central authorities, reflecting a shared determination to advance judicial cooperation and further reinforce bilateral relations.