According to the Wall Street Journal, Vice President Joseph Biden spoke with Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa by telephone and requested that Ecuador refuse any petition for asylum made by or on behalf of US fugitive Edward Snowden. Correa reportedly explained that no petition for asylum will be considered unless Snowden is actually on Ecuadorian soil. President Correa also reminded Mr. Biden that Ecuador is seeking the capture and extradition of two fugitive Ecuadorian bankers believed to be living in Miami. In other words, a quid pro quo arrangement.
Biden Called Ecuador's President About Snowden - WSJ.com
Biden Called Ecuador's President About Snowden - WSJ.com
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