Guyana supported a US resolution at the UN regarding Russian actions in Ukraine on February 24, 2025, without denouncing Russia. This has led to concerns about its motives amidst regional tensions with Venezuela. Furthermore, the resolution’s lack of condemnation reflects a shift in US policy under President Trump, as it aimed for diplomatic peace. Meanwhile, Guyana also backed a pro-Ukraine resolution affirming the nation’s sovereignty.
On February 24, 2025, Guyana aligned with a United States-backed resolution in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) concerning Russian aggression in Ukraine, yet did not explicitly condemn Russia’s actions during the invasion. This decision has prompted scrutiny, particularly due to Guyana’s ongoing conflict with Venezuela and its perceived efforts to strengthen ties with Washington.
US President Donald Trump’s resolution, which aims for a peaceful resolution between Russia and Ukraine, notably adopts a neutral position regarding the conflict. This stance marks a departure from the traditional US approach on the anniversary of Russia’s invasion. A majority of UNSC members, approximately 66.67%, supported the resolution, which included votes from countries like China and Russia alongside Guyana, while five European nations abstained.
The resolution’s effectiveness is limited due to Russia’s veto privilege as a permanent UNSC member, hindering any significant actions regarding the Ukrainian conflict. Earlier, Guyana participated in supporting two opposing resolutions at the UN General Assembly—one calling for peace backed by the US and another reinforcing Ukraine’s territorial integrity favored by Kyiv and European nations.
The US-sponsored resolution, “The Path to Peace,” successfully garnered 93 votes in favor, with 8 against and 73 abstentions. Despite initially abstaining on a proposal denouncing Russia’s involvement, Guyana voted affirmatively for the final resolution. Additionally, Guyana supported a pro-Ukraine resolution that recognized Ukraine’s sovereignty and called for the withdrawal of Russian troops, which also gained support from various Caribbean countries.
The resolutions from CARICOM nations, such as Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, and Jamaica, demonstrated a collective stance favoring Ukraine’s sovereignty. Notably, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines abstained, and Haiti did not participate in the voting process, reflecting diverse positions within the region regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
Guyana’s decision to support a US-sponsored UNSC resolution on Russian aggression towards Ukraine, while maintaining a neutral posture, has attracted scrutiny given its geographical and political context. The mixed responses within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) showcase differing viewpoints on sovereignty and territorial integrity regarding Ukraine. This situation highlights the complexities of international relations and geopolitical alignments within the region.
Original Source: nycaribnews.com