Syed Haider Abbas

Venezuela and Guyana, countries situated in Latin America, may encounter the probable escalation of a land dispute into a military confrontation. Venezuela claims the Essequibo region that currently lies within the boundaries of Guyana. In 1841, Venezuela disputed British control of the Essequibo region, objecting to the Schomburgk Line. The conflict arose over territorial boundaries and escalated with British claims fueled by a gold discovery. The dispute resurfaced again but as both countries are committed to asserting national sovereignty over the disputed territory, the lack of military action indicates their reluctance to intervene.