Guyana-Venezuela tensions over Essequibo will escalate

The Venezuelan navy has detained two Guyanese fishing boats, shortly before hearings on the territorial dispute begin

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  • Ongoing border dispute
  • ICJ jurisdiction
  • Drivers of tension
  • Little room for negotiation
  • Outlook

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