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international-relations-geopolitics2 years ago•4 min saved

"China's Expansion Encroaches on Bhutanese Royal Ancestral Lands"

China is accelerating its construction of townships in the culturally significant Beyul Khenpajong region of Bhutan, despite ongoing border negotiations. This aggressive land grab extends across Bhutan's northern, western, and southwestern borders, with over 200 structures built and more underway. Bhutan, while committed to safeguarding its territorial interests, faces significant pressure from China, which is also causing security concerns for India due to the proximity to the strategic Siliguri corridor. The situation underscores the complex geopolitical tensions in the Himalayas, with Bhutan caught between its historical ties with India and the expanding influence of China.

via NDTV|

##beyulkhenpajong #chinabhutanborder

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Venezuela Deploys Troops as UK Warship Heightens Guyana Territorial Tensions"

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has mobilized over 5,600 troops in response to Britain sending a warship to Guyana amidst a territorial dispute over the oil-rich Essequibo region. The British deployment is seen as support for Guyana, escalating tensions as Venezuela reasserts its claim to the area following significant oil and gas discoveries. Despite advocating for peace, Maduro has put his military on alert to counter what he perceives as a threat to Venezuela's sovereignty, while both nations have agreed to avoid military conflict.

via Yahoo News|

##britishwarship #guyana

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Venezuela Intensifies Military Presence Amid Escalating Essequibo Dispute with Guyana"

Venezuela has deployed nearly 6,000 troops and will maintain their presence until a British warship, HMS Trent, leaves the waters off the coast of Guyana. This move comes amid heightened tensions over Venezuela's claim to the oil-rich Essequibo region, a dispute that dates back over a century. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro views the warship's presence as a violation of an agreement and a threat, while Guyana rejects these claims, insisting on its right to defend its territory with international partners. The situation remains tense as both nations have failed to reach an agreement on the dispute, which has been exacerbated by the recent discovery of oil in the region.

via South China Morning Post|

##guyana #international-relations

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Venezuela Escalates Military Presence Amid UK Warship Arrival and Guyana Border Dispute"

Venezuela has deployed nearly 6,000 troops and will maintain their presence until a British military vessel leaves the disputed waters off the coast of Guyana. The move comes amid heightened tensions over Venezuela's claim to the oil-rich Essequibo region, a claim that Guyana disputes and wants settled by the International Court of Justice. Venezuelan President Maduro has framed the deployment as a defense of sovereignty, while Guyana views the British vessel's presence as part of a planned defense cooperation, not a threat to Venezuela. The situation has escalated with the recent arrival of the Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Trent in Guyana, which Venezuela sees as a violation of an agreement between the two countries.

via The Associated Press|

##britishnavalvessel #guyana