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Dispute between Venezuela and Guyana over Essequibo: context, tensions and future scenarios

7Oct

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Americas, Guiana, Venezuela

Dispute between Venezuela and Guyana over Essequibo: context, tensions and future scenarios

The territorial dispute over Essequibo dates back more than a century, involving Venezuela and Guyana in a highly complex diplomatic conflict. The Essequibo region, rich in oil and minerals, represents about 70% of the territory of Guyana and has been claimed by Venezuela, that considers the arbitration decision of 1899, which gave control of the area to British Guiana (current Guyana). In 1899, an international court established the borders between Venezuela and what was then British Guiana, granting the territory of Essequibo to Guyana. A Venezuela, However, claims that the decision was unfair and influenced by British interests, and has since maintained its territorial claim. This imbroglio gained prominence again in the 21st century, especially after the discovery...

Border crisis: Brazil's role in resolving the conflict between Guyana and Venezuela

9Mar

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Americas, Brazil, Guiana, Venezuela

Border crisis: Brazil's role in resolving the conflict between Guyana and Venezuela

The South American region has faced a series of geopolitical challenges that threaten not only the internal stability of the countries, but also harmony between neighboring nations. One of the most significant examples is the growing tension between Guyana and Venezuela, a conflict that not only raises regional concerns, but it also places Brazil in a position where its actions are fundamental to promoting peace and stability in the region. The root of the conflict between Guyana and Venezuela dates back to the 19th century, but it has gained new dimensions in recent years due to the discovery of large oil reserves in the disputed Essequibo region. A Venezuela, facing a deep economic and political crisis, has reaffirmed its territorial claims, increasing tension in the area. Em cont...

Echoes of the past: the territorial dispute between Venezuela and Guyana and the indelible mark of history

6Dec

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Americas, Guiana, Venezuela

Echoes of the past: the territorial dispute between Venezuela and Guyana and the indelible mark of history

The recent escalation of tensions between Venezuela and Guyana around the Essequibo region reignites a territorial dispute that, despite centuries of existence, continues to be a critical element in relations between these two South American countries. This article seeks to analyze the importance of considering historical issues in understanding and resolving this conflict, offering a comprehensive view on the present and future implications of this impasse. The origin of this conflict dates back to the colonial period, when borders were often determined by the reach of European empires, in this case, the British and the Spanish. The Essequibo region, rich in natural resources, has become the subject of dispute since colonial boundaries were imprecisely defined. A Venezuela, her...

The border issue between Venezuela and Guyana

1Feb

By Paulo Roberto da Silva Gomes FilhoNo Comments

Americas, U.S, Guiana, Venezuela

The border issue between Venezuela and Guyana

Map with the border between Venzuela and Guyana, with projection of the maritime area. Tension on the border between Venezuela and Guyana made headlines last weekend, due to apprehension, by the Venezuelan Navy, of the Guyanese fishing vessels "Nady Nayera" and "Sea Wolf". The chancelleries of the two countries exchanged protest notes. Guyana accuses Venezuela of having committed an “act of aggression” by seizing ships in Guyanese waters. Venezuelans responded that the seizure was legitimate, because it was carried out in waters under the jurisdiction of your country. The dispute predates the independence of the two countries. Since the beginning of the century 19, Spanish and British already disputed the positioning of the border between their colonies in northern South America. In 1835, com a Venezuela j...