THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Bahamas has taken note of the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) ruling on the border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela over the Essequibo region.

“The Bahamas, in line with CARICOM, observes the importance of this decision in maintaining regional stability and upholding international law.”

“The Bahamas will continue advocating for peaceful dialogue and respect for the ICJ’s ongoing processes in this matter, reaffirming our commitment to a diplomatic solution,” the ministry said in a statement which was posted on its website shortly after the court delivered its ruling on Friday.

The court in granting Guyana’s request for provisional measures, ordered that, pending its decision in the substantive case, Venezuela shall refrain from taking any action that would modify the situation that currently prevails with the territory in dispute.