Russia urges peaceful resolution of Guyana-Venezuela territory dispute
Russia wants Guyana and Venezuela to settle their territorial dispute “by finding peaceful, mutually acceptable solutions in accordance with international law, bilateral agreements and national legislation.”
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the Russian Government is following developments on the South American continent and hopes the region will “remain a zone of peace”.
“In our view, this is a matter of Venezuela-Guyana relations and should be settled in a neighbourly way,” Zakharova said at a media conference on Friday.
“We believe the priority in the current situation is to reduce tensions and strengthen trust between Venezuela and Guyana. We urge them to refrain from actions that may unbalance the situation and harm both sides.”
Russia welcomed discussions held between Foreign Minister of Venezuela, Yvan Gil and his Guyanese counterpart Hugh Todd on December 6.
Zakharova said Russia opposes any foreign pressure and interference in the affairs of Guyana and Venezuela.
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