The Organisation of American States (OAS) has strongly condemned Venezuela’s increased aggression against Guyana and has expressed support for a meeting of the Permanent Council to discuss the matter. The OAS emphasizes the urgency and gravity of the situation, describing Venezuela’s actions as a significant concern for regional security and a threat to stability and […]
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill has provided an update on the government’s plan to modernize and transform Guyana’s road infrastructure, stating that the initiative is progressing on schedule. Minister Edghill revealed that approximately 700 contracts have been awarded for the construction of roads in almost all regions of the country. In a recent appearance on […]
President Irfaan Ali is leading a delegation from Guyana at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP) 28. The conference, scheduled from November 30 to December 12, will see Guyana pushing for climate financing, forest incentives, and showcasing its Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS). As part of its efforts, […]
As tensions rise over the Guyana/Venezuela border controversy, several government ministers have come together to deliver messages of comfort and reassurance to the Guyanese people. The messages aim to foster unity and solidarity as the date of the Venezuelan referendum approaches. Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, urged citizens to draw strength from […]
As tensions rise over the Guyana-Venezuela border controversy, the Guyanese government has initiated a sensitization campaign targeting the Guyanese diaspora. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh and Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony addressed a webinar organized by the Diaspora Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to keep Guyanese abroad informed about the latest developments. During […]
A public awareness conference aimed at secondary and tertiary-level students was conducted at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, focusing on the ongoing border controversy between Venezuela and Guyana. Public Service Minister Sonia Parag addressed the event, emphasizing the significant threat posed by Venezuela’s pursuit of Essequibo to international law and regional stability. Minister Parag expressed […]
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to deliver its ruling on Friday, December 1, in response to Guyana’s request for provisional measures concerning Venezuela’s referendum on Essequibo, scheduled for December 3. The central concern is that Venezuela’s referendum, as proposed, could be tantamount to the annexation of Guyana’s territory, prompting Guyana to seek […]
In a unified stance, several major regional and international organizations have endorsed the ruling of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in response to the Government of Guyana’s request for provisional measures to prevent any actions by Venezuela that could lead to the annexation of the Essequibo. CARICOM Stands Firm: The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has delivered a warning at COP28, cautioning against the potential failure to achieve a viable outcome that would provide the world with the energy it needs to grow and prosper. President Ali emphasized the importance of avoiding a doctrinarian approach, stating that COP28 will not achieve its objectives if leaders continue […]
In a significant development, Guyana has secured a favorable ruling at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) with provisional orders granted, restraining Venezuela from taking any action that would interfere with Guyana’s control of the Essequibo region. The ruling, essentially directs Venezuela to refrain from proceeding with its controversial December 3 referendum, where the government […]