Guyana urges Venezuela to accept ICJ ruling, seeks new era in relations

President Irfaan Ali called on Venezuela to accept the upcoming ICJ decision on the 1899 Arbitral Award, framing it as a chance for a 'new era' in bilateral relations. The ruling could resolve the long-standing Essequibo border dispute, with implications for regional stability and offshore oil resources. Venezuela's response remains uncertain, as it has previously rejected the Court's jurisdiction.