CARICOM to Host Guyana-Venezuela Talks to Maintain Peace

March 5, 2025 – CARICOM is organizing a meeting this week with representatives from Guyana and Venezuela to discuss their escalating border dispute. Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit confirmed the discussions to Caribbean media, stating the aim is to maintain peace in the region under the Argyle agreement. Tensions rose on March 1st when Guyana accused a Venezuelan Coast Guard vessel of entering its exclusive economic zone near the Essequibo region.

While both countries previously pledged to resolve their issues peacefully, the recent incident has intensified the situation. The U.S. and France have expressed concern, supporting Guyana’s stance. CARICOM leaders, including Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, reaffirmed their commitment to facilitating dialogue and using the Argyle Accord to resolve differences. The focus remains on diplomacy, with CARICOM leaders urging continued discussions to ensure the Caribbean stays a zone of peace.