Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo announced that there are no plans for a meeting between President Dr. Irfaan Ali and President Nicolas Maduro. This comes after a Venezuelan naval incursion, prompting Guyana to pursue legal measures at the International Court of Justice. President Ali is currently in the U.S. discussing the situation with top officials while receiving strong support from the U.S. government.
Recent statements from Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo indicate that there are no plans for a meeting between Guyana’s President Dr. Irfaan Ali and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. During a press conference at the People’s Progressive Party Civic Headquarters, Jagdeo remarked, “At this point in time, no such plans have been made. That has to be assessed against what he wants to meet on and also whether it is good for our country and our national security interest.”
This statement follows Maduro’s call for a face-to-face meeting, which came shortly after a Venezuelan naval incursion into the Essequibo region of Guyana, an act that has been met with significant condemnation from both regional and international partners.
In light of escalating tensions, Guyana has sought provisional measures at the International Court of Justice after Venezuela announced elections to appoint officials for Essequibo, perceived as a direct challenge to Guyana’s territorial claims.
Furthermore, Vice President Jagdeo noted that President Ali is currently in the United States attending meetings with high-ranking officials. U.S. Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot, expressed unwavering U.S. support for Guyana in the wake of the maritime incursion.
In summary, there are no immediate plans for a meeting between President Ali and President Maduro, as articulated by Vice President Jagdeo. This decision is influenced by recent Venezuelan aggression and territorial disputes regarding the Essequibo region. Guyana’s legal actions and international support reflect the seriousness of the situation between the two nations.
Original Source: newsroom.gy
