"US Supports Guyana in Territorial Dispute with Venezuela"
TL;DR
Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed the United States' support for Guyana's sovereignty in a call with President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Blinken urged a peaceful resolution to the land dispute between Guyana and Venezuela, emphasizing the importance of respecting the 1899 arbitral award. Both leaders acknowledged the International Court of Justice's order to avoid actions that could escalate the dispute. Blinken also expressed anticipation for close collaboration with Guyana during its non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in 2024, emphasizing the significance of maintaining peace and democracy in the Western Hemisphere.
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- Secretary Blinken's Call with Guyanese President Ali - United States Department of State Department of State
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- US throws weight behind Guyana in territorial dispute with Venezuela Al Jazeera English
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