Guyana has requested the International Court of Justice to implement provisional measures against Venezuela, prohibiting it from conducting any election-related activities in the Essequibo County, which is claimed by both nations. The measures aim to prevent Venezuela from annexing the territory and altering the current administrative situation.
Guyana has formally appealed to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding Venezuela’s upcoming elections in the contested Essequibo County. The ICJ has acknowledged Guyana’s plea for provisional remedies to prevent any election activities that transpire in a region recognized by the 1899 Arbitral Award as belonging to Guyana.
In particular, Guyana has requested that the ICJ impose measures ceasing Venezuela from granting voting rights to residents of the disputed territory, disseminating electoral materials, endorsing candidates, and establishing polling stations or electoral offices within that region. Furthermore, Venezuela is urged to refrain from appointing officials to any electoral positions in this locale.
Moreover, it is essential that Venezuela avoids any actions that could be perceived as an annexation of the disputed territory, including labeling ‘Guayana Essequibo’ as part of Venezuelan territory. Guyana also insists that Venezuela should not attempt to alter the status quo in the region, where Guyana continues to administer and maintain control.
In conclusion, Guyana’s appeal to the ICJ seeks to safeguard its territorial integrity in light of Venezuela’s electoral intentions within the Essequibo County. The measures requested focus on preventing Venezuela from engaging in any electoral activities that may undermine Guyana’s sovereignty over the disputed region. This case highlights the ongoing territorial dispute between the two nations and the importance of international oversight in such matters.
Original Source: nycaribnews.com
