Expert to conduct site visit on Guyana/Suriname maritime dispute
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| Published on Saturday, May 26, 2007 |
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA): A hydrographic expert is scheduled to conduct a site visit in Guyana in relation to the proceedings for the ongoing maritime boundary dispute with neighbouring Suriname.
A press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that pursuant to a procedural order made by the Tribunal handling the proceedings, one of its experts -- David Grey -- will conduct the site visit during the period May 31 – June 1, 2007. Grey has since invited representatives from the two countries to be present during the site visit.
On February 25, 2004, the Government of Guyana invoked arbitration proceedings against Suriname, under Article 287 and Annex VII of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
As both states are parties to the Convention, Suriname responded to the Statement of Claim and an arbitration panel was developed.
The dispute relates to a maritime boundary which extends through the Guyana/Suriname territorial sea, Exclusive Economic Zone, and onto the Continental Shelf. The disputed area is believed to contain petroleum reserves, and has gained significant international attention since the Suriname navy evicted a Guyanese licensed oil platform, CGX, in June 2000.
A ruling on the proceedings is expected in August. | | | | Reads : 277 | | | |
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