Venezuela dismisses Guyana’s claims that it plans to annex Essequibo region after referendum
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Venezuela has rejected claims by the government of Guyana that an upcoming referendum is aimed at the annexation of the disputed Essequibo region.
Venezuela argued that the statements are not only offensive but also reflect a profound disregard for the Venezuelan people, their historical legacy, and their democratic right to express themselves on issues of national significance.
The Venezuelan government said the referendum, set for December 3, is predicated on the National Assembly exercising its constitutional authority to engage in a consultative process with the Venezuelan people. “This process will outline the legal, diplomatic, and political strategies required to assert the nation’s rights over the Guyana Essequibo territory,” Venezuela said in the statement issued on Tuesday, October 24.
“The insistent refusal to diplomatic dialogue by the President of Guyana, Irfaan Ali, threatens a dangerous escalation to a large-scale conflict, promoted by the United States Southern Command,” it added.
According to Venezuela, its actions regarding the disputed area are in adherence to international law and the principles enshrined in the 1966 Geneva Agreement, and is urging the Guyanese government to desist from unilateral actions influenced by transnational interests.
Instead, Venezuela” encourages the commencement of direct negotiations aimed at finding a practical and mutually acceptable resolution to the territorial dispute. This approach aligns with the agreement reached with the United Kingdom of Great Britain just before Guyana’s independence, underscoring the historical significance of the Essequibo region”.
In closing, Venezuela reiterated its commitment to upholding its sovereignty and legitimate territorial rights, as it moves forward with the consultative referendum on December 3.
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