Guyana has been making headlines due to escalating tensions with Venezuela over the disputed Essequibo region, which is rich in minerals and oil. The conflict intensified as Venezuela deployed troops in response to a British military vessel sent to Guyana, prompting the United States to reaffirm its support for Guyana's sovereignty. Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro ordered state-owned companies to exploit resources in the Essequibo region after a controversial referendum on claiming sovereignty over the area, further heightening the dispute.
Guyana, officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, is a country located on the northern mainland of South America. It is often considered part of the Caribbean region due to its cultural, historical, and political ties with other Caribbean nations. Guyana gained independence from British colonial rule in 1966 and is known for its diverse population, with influences from African, Indian, European, and Indigenous cultures. The country's economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, mining, and recently, oil production from offshore reserves. However, territorial disputes, such as the one with Venezuela over the Essequibo region, have been a recurring challenge for Guyana.
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