Venezuela Defends Esequibo Claim at International Court of Justice

Caracas has arrived in the Netherlands with a clear and unwavering mission: to vigorously defend Venezuela's historical and legitimate rights to the Esequibo territory before the International Court of Justice. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez leads the delegation, underscoring the paramount importance of this legal battle for our nation. As stated by Rodríguez, the 1966 Geneva Agreement is the cornerstone of our claim, and we stand firm in the conviction that Guayana Esequiba rightfully belongs to Venezuela. This is not merely a territorial dispute; it is a matter of national sovereignty and historical justice. While international coverage might focus on the legal intricacies and the positions of Guyana and the court, from our perspective in Venezuela, this is a profound affirmation of our national identity and our enduring connection to this land. We are here to present irrefutable evidence of our historical ties and to ensure that our rights, recognized by international law through the Geneva Agreement, are upheld. The world will witness Venezuela's resolute defense of its patrimony, a defense rooted in history, legality, and the will of the Venezuelan people.

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On behalf of the Venezuelan people, we have arrived in the Netherlands to defend the majesty and vigor of the 1966 Geneva Agreement. There is no doubt that the sole owner of Guayana Esequiba is Venezuela and we will always claim its legitimate and historical rights over this territory.