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Bangladesh Foreign Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain chaired a virtual meeting of the Commonwealth Ministerial Group on Guyana (CMGG) on Tuesday evening. The meeting brought together foreign ministers and representatives from Antigua and Barbuda, Canada, Guyana, Jamaica, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
During the session, Guyana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation provided updates on the ongoing dispute over the Essequibo region between Venezuela and Guyana. The CMGG reiterated its strong support for resolving the issue through the International Court of Justice (ICJ), emphasizing this as the appropriate and lawful means under international law.
Bangladesh reaffirmed its unwavering support for Guyana’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, a stance echoed by other participating nations. The ministers and representatives collectively emphasized their commitment to upholding Guyana’s sovereign rights.
Following comprehensive discussions, the group agreed to issue a concluding statement that commended Guyana for its restraint and adherence to international law in managing the dispute.
During the meeting, the ministers also expressed their condolences on the passing of Sir Shridath Surendranath Ramphal, the longest-serving and second Commonwealth Secretary-General. They paid tribute to his global leadership, particularly his efforts in opposing apartheid in South Africa, advocating for small states, and fostering international unity.
The Commonwealth Secretary-General praised Bangladesh’s Foreign Adviser for his expert leadership in chairing the meeting, according to a statement from the foreign ministry.
