Guyana Elections: Candidates, “Big Oil” Interests, Military Alliances, and the Essequibo Conflict
Guyana is heading towards the general elections on September 1, 2025, in a climate of high internal and regional tension.
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Venezuela Delivers New Document to the ICJ on the Esequibo and Reiterates Its Call for the Geneva Agreement
Delcy Rodríguez pointed out that the commission responsible for submitting the file was headed by the Attorney General of the…
Chevron Completes Acquisition of Hess After Legal Dispute with ExxonMobil
Chevron has successfully completed its $53 billion acquisition of Hess after winning a legal battle against ExxonMobil.
Guyana Defence Force Reports Attacks by Armed Groups Near Border with Venezuela
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) reported on Thursday that a patrol was attacked by armed groups near the Cuyuní River, on the de facto border with Venezuela.
International Court of Justice Orders Venezuela Not to Hold Elections in Essequibo
On May 1, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) reaffirmed its previous decision prohibiting Venezuela from holding elections or any similar activity in the disputed territory of Essequibo, which is currently administered by Guyana. While Caracas does not recognize the ICJ’s authority and maintains its historical stance, Georgetown welcomes the ruling and is bolstering its military capabilities amid rising tensions in the region.
New Venezuelan state of Guayana Esequiba will have four candidates in governor race
The announced election for governor and deputies in the disputed territory of Essequibo, contested with Guyana but claimed by Venezuela, is another element in the conflict over a territory that is gaining increasing importance.
Venezuela 2025 Elections Exclusive: Who Are the Opposition Candidates for Each State?
On Monday, the pro-government bloc already presented its candidates for all states in Venezuela. But who is running from the various opposition parties?
PSUV announces candidates for governorships in regional elections on May 25
Meeting with Great Patriotic Pole candidates led by President Nicolás Maduro. Photo: Great Patriotic Pole Guacamaya, March 31, 2025. The…
Venezuela and Russia Seal Strategic Alliance on a Global Chessboard Tensioned by Ukraine, Trump, and Essequibo
Amid the war in Ukraine, the rapprochement between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, and the dispute over the Essequibo region, Venezuela and Russia finalized a strategic partnership agreement that combines anti-fascist rhetoric.
Vice President of Guyana: Election of Governor for Essequibo Violates ICJ Decisions
The Vice President of Guyana reaffirmed his government’s position regarding the territorial dispute with Venezuela over the Essequibo region, emphasizing that Venezuela’s appointment of a governor for this area constitutes a violation of the resolutions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the Argyle Treaty.