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The Intelligence: No more Mr Nice-to-Guyana

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Territorial Tensions: Venezuela and Guyana

This chapter explores the complex and historic border dispute between Venezuela and Guyana, intensified by recent oil discoveries and a controversial referendum on territory ownership. It analyzes the Venezuelan government's motivations and the implications of reported voter turnout amid skepticism about election legitimacy. Additionally, the chapter examines the role of Brazil in the conflict and the evolving political landscape in Venezuela as opposition to Maduro grows.

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