Venezuela does not recognize the ICJ but will attend its hearings for Essequibo
The administration of Delcy Rodríguez announced that it will participate in the hearings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the process initiated by Guyana over Guayana Esequiba, starting May 4th.
TL;DR
- Venezuela will participate in ICJ hearings regarding the Essequibo territorial dispute with Guyana.
- The participation does not imply recognition of the ICJ's jurisdiction or its decisions.
- Venezuela insists the 1966 Geneva Agreement is the only valid way to resolve the controversy.
- Recent tensions arose when Delcy Rodríguez displayed a brooch including the disputed territory during a Caricom tour.
- Guyana expressed concern to Caricom about regional platforms being used for territorial claims.