Alliance For Change’s Statement
AFC Stands Resolutely in Support of the Defence of Guyana’s Territorial Integrity
The Alliance For Change condemns, in strongest possible terms, the barefaced show of force exhibited by Venezuela [Saturday, March 1], when it’s navy vessel entered Guyana’s territorial waters and brandished its lawlessness.
There is absolutely no doubt that the area where the Liza offshore well, and the supporting vessels and infrastructure lie, are well within Guyana’s territorial waters and Exclusive Economic Zone. Just a few short days ago, our soldiers were ambushed, and today, the navy patrol boat was used to intimidate and threaten those on the Liza Prosperity. This lawless and reckless behaviour must be called out for what it is. It will be confronted.
The AFC stands in solidarity with the Government and armed forces of Guyana and calls on every Guyanese to stand ready to engage and defend against any attempt to violate our sovereignty.
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A New and United Guyana’s Statement
A New and United Guyana (ANUG) condemns today’s[Saturday, March 1] action by the Venezuelan Naval vessel in Guyana’s offshore maritime zone.
This action is a clear violation of international law and the common principles that govern Maritime territories involving law abiding nations. We call on the Government and people of Venezuela to adhere to the current legal process which is before the international court and to desist from all acts of aggression.
ANUG remains steadfast in its commitment to the Government and people of Guyana. We unequivocally support Guyana’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Furthermore, we stand in solidarity with the Government of Guyana in its pursuit of a peaceful resolution to this matter through the legitimate legal avenues. ANUG calls on all Guyanese to come together in national unity and denounce this aggression by the Venezuelan Navy and to work together for a peaceful resolution with our national, regional and international partners.