The Essequibo region, rich in resources and historically contested, remains integral to Venezuelan national identity. As Venezuela gears up for May 2025 elections, candidates will represent a newly established state, Guayana Esequiba, specifically addressing this territorial dispute with Guyana, which has administered the area for over a century. Despite the patriotic sentiments surrounding the claim to Essequibo, practical campaigning and voting are complicated by citizenship issues, as many residents hold Guyanese citizenship and are excluded from the electoral process, highlighting the geopolitical and social tensions in the area.
For Venezuelans like Oliver Rivas, Essequibo is a region steeped in consciousness, recognized as part of Venezuela despite being administered by Guyana for many years.
As Venezuela approaches its 2025 elections, Essequibo takes center stage, with the introduction of a new state representing the disputed territory adding complexity to the political landscape.
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