Guyana has requested the ICJ to impose provisional measures against Venezuela regarding its planned elections in the Essequibo region. The request seeks to prevent any electoral activity in the disputed area, maintain the current governance status, and avoid annexation attempts by Venezuela.
Guyana has formally appealed to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for intervention regarding Venezuela’s planned elections in the Essequibo region. The request includes demands for provisional measures to prevent Venezuela from conducting any electoral activities in areas recognized as Guyanese territory, as per the 1899 Arbitral Award.
Specifically, Guyana seeks to ensure that Venezuela does not grant voting rights to those in contested territories, distribute electoral materials, support candidates, or establish polling stations and electoral offices. Additionally, there is a call for Venezuela to refrain from appointing any officials in the disputed region.
Furthermore, Venezuela is urged to avoid any actions that might be perceived as attempts to annex the territory, including incorporating the name ‘Guayana Essequibo’ into their governmental structure. The request emphasizes maintaining the status quo where Guyana currently administers and controls the disputed area, safeguarding its territorial integrity.
Guyana’s appeal to the ICJ highlights the legal complexities surrounding the territorial dispute with Venezuela, especially concerning impending elections in Essequibo. The measures requested aim to prevent electoral interference and assert Guyana’s sovereignty over the area, reinforcing the importance of international law in resolving such disputes.
Original Source: nycaribnews.com
