US reimposes oil sanctions on Venezuela
The Biden administration on Wednesday reimposed crushing oil sanctions on Venezuela, admonishing President Nicolás Maduro's attempts to consolidate his rule just six months after the US eased restrictions in a bid to support now fading hopes for a democratic opening in the OPEC nation.
UN Security Council urges restraint in Guyana-Venezuela dispute
The United Nations Security Council has expressed “concern about the possible escalation of tensions” between Guyana and Venezuela as the two countries continue to claim ownership of the Essequibo region.
Guyana reiterates commitment to a peaceful solution of border dispute
GUYANA-COURT-CCJ dismisses challenge against electrical consumption arrears
UN Security Council meeting on Guyana-Venezuela border dispute
This afternoon (9 April), the Security Council will convene for a private meeting under the “Threats to international peace and security” agenda item to discuss recent developments regarding a territorial dispute between Guyana and Venezuela over the Essequibo region in Guyana.
Cuban Prime Minister visits Venezuela for bilateral talks
Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero visited Venezuela this week where he met with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as one of the first activities on his working agenda in that sister Latin American nation.
Open-pit gold mine collapses in Venezuela, dozens feared dead
An illegally operated open-pit gold mine collapsed in central Venezuela while dozens of people were working there.
Guyana appoints new ambassador to Venezuela
Guyana’s new ambassador to Venezuela, Dr Richard Van West-Charles, has presented his credentials to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and pledging to work towards advancing the relations between the two countries.
Russian foreign minister visits Caracas, reaffirms support of Maduro
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reaffirmed Tuesday his government's support for the administration of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuela defends military buildup, accusing neighbouring Guyana of granting illegal oil...
The government of Venezuela accused neighbouring Guayana Sunday of granting illegal oil exploration concessions in territory the two nations are disputing. Venezuela said it would reserve the right to take any diplomatic actions necessary.
Guyana’s Ambassador to Venezuela Dr Van West Charles accredited
The Ambassador of Guyana to
Venezuela, presented his Letters of Credence to His Excellency Yvan Gil, Minister for People’s Power for Foreign Affairs of, on Friday, 2nd February 2024.