Venezuela confirmed it will join International Court of Justice hearings beginning May 4 over its territorial dispute with Guyana, while insisting it does not recognize the court’s authority. The case centers on the Essequibo region, a resource‑rich territory comprising two‑thirds of Guyana. Guyana cites an 1899 arbitration ruling to uphold its border, while Venezuela rejects that decision and argues the matter should be resolved under a 1966 agreement. The ICJ ruled in 2018 that it has jurisdiction, despite Venezuela’s objections. Tensions have escalated since major oil discoveries in the disputed area, making the hearings a critical step toward a possible binding resolution.
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