Following the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) ruling that Venezuela should refrain from actions interfering with Guyana’s control of the Essequibo region, residents of Linden have welcomed the decision.
Leaders in Linden expressed confidence that the final ruling will favor Guyana, given the historical context of the arbitral ruling in 1899.
Law enforcement officers, as well as citizens, are committed to abiding by the ruling and await the final outcome of the court. Supt. Guy Nurse, Divisional Commander of Region Ten, affirmed the nation’s commitment to stand by the ruling.
The ICJ’s order for both parties to refrain from actions complicating the controversy brought relief to citizens.
Headmistress Debra Mcgarrel noted the impact on education, emphasizing the unity needed in times of crisis.
Over the weekend, the nation plans to display unity and patriotism through a series of National Awareness activities countrywide.