Guyana has requested the ICJ to impose provisional measures against Venezuela prohibiting election activities in Essequibo County. These measures aim to prevent Venezuela from extending voting rights and changing the status of the disputed territory, affirming Guyana’s administrative control under international law.
Guyana has made a formal appeal to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for immediate remedies regarding Venezuela’s announced plans to conduct elections in Essequibo County. The request includes several provisional measures designed to prevent Venezuela from carrying out any election-related activities in the territory officially recognized as belonging to Guyana according to the 1899 Arbitral Award.
The specifics of Guyana’s requests include prohibiting Venezuela from extending voting rights to residents in Essequibo, distributing electoral materials, supporting any candidates, establishing polling stations or electoral offices, and appointing officials in the contested region. These measures are aimed at maintaining the integrity of the territory claimed by Guyana.
Furthermore, Guyana urges Venezuela to refrain from any actions that could be seen as attempts to annex the disputed area. This includes refraining from incorporating what it terms ‘Guayana Essequibo’ into its jurisdiction. Additionally, Venezuela is expected to maintain the status quo in the disputed area, which is currently administered by Guyana.
In summary, Guyana’s plea to the ICJ emphasizes the urgency of preventing Venezuela from engaging in election-related activities in Essequibo County. The measures requested are crucial to preserving Guyana’s territorial integrity as recognized by international law and preventing any attempts by Venezuela to assert control over the disputed territory.
Original Source: nycaribnews.com
