Politics

Tensions rise in Venezuela and Guyana after border dispute referendum

Close to 100% of voters support plan to integrate huge swathe of Guyana into Venezuela, as Caracas calls for 'dialogue'

Adamant: Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro addresses supporters during a referendum over Venezuela's rights to a major part of Guyana.
Adamant: Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro addresses supporters during a referendum over Venezuela's rights to a major part of Guyana.Photo: REUTERS/SCANPIX
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Published 4 December 2023, 13:31Updated 6 December 2023, 15:54