Municipalities in Loja, along with others across the country, received low transparency scores for failing to comply with the LOTAIP law. This non-compliance severely hinders citizens' ability to monitor public management and verify how tax resources are used, undermining the principle of open government. Political analysts point out that institutions rarely publish critical data, such as contracts and salaries, unless compelled by legal action. This intentional opacity suggests a lack of ethical commitment to accountability, preventing public oversight and fostering distrust in local governance structures. This situation is relevant to open data because it demonstrates a systemic failure to proactively publish essential public information. Without mandatory, accessible datasets on finances and decisions, open data initiatives remain theoretical, leaving citizens unable to exercise their right to truth or hold authorities accountable through digital transparency mechanisms.
Source: cronica.com.ecPublished on 2024-04-10