Venezuela rejects UN’s solution to border controversy

The Government of Venezuela has rejected the decision made by the United Nations (UN), to refer the border controversy with Guyana to the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Venezuela being faithful to historical tradition

“The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, faithful to its historical tradition and in accordance with the. Bolivarian Diplomacy of Peace, reiterates its firm disposition to defend the territorial integrity of our Homeland and maintain political negotiation based on the 1966 Geneva Accord, as the only way to reach a peaceful solution, practical and satisfactory for both parties and in favor of our Peoples,” the Venezuelan government said in a statement on Wednesday.

Prefers Good Officer’s Process

The administration of President Nicolas Maduro says it prefers another shot at the Good Officers’ Process. “It’s worth asking the reasons that the International Court of Justice is recommended to two States that do not recognize their jurisdiction, since the Geneva Agreement itself provides for the political means for the settlement of the territorial dispute. In this sense, Venezuela ratifies in a decisive and unequivocal manner the negotiation process under these means” the Venezuelan Government said.

uyana has always been pushing for the matter to be referred to the International Court and has welcomed the decision.

President David Granger told reporters on Wednesday that Venezuela should also show maturity and accept the decision, pointing out that both sides had agreed to the terms of the talks at the UN Secretary level and allowing him to decide on the way forward.