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Why in News:
- The UN Security Council recently arranged an emergency meeting due to Guyana’s request.
- This was in response to Venezuela’s recent vote claiming ownership over the Essequibo region.
Key points:
- Location: The Essequibo region is in the middle of the Guiana Shield, an area in northeast South America. The region covers about 61,600 square miles.
- Importance to Guyana: This region makes up about two-thirds of Guyana’s total area.
- Importance: Essequibo is one of the world’s four remaining untouched tropical forests. The area is rich in oil and minerals, making it economically important.
