Venezuelan naval vessel incursion: GDF says resources deployed, coordinating with partners to assess security implications

See below for a statement from the Guyana Defence Force following this morning’s incursion of a Venezuelan naval vessel on Guyana’s waters: 

VENEZUELAN NAVAL PRESENCE IN GUYANA’S EXCLUSIVE ECONOMIC ZONE 

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has taken note of the presence of a Venezuelan Patrol Vessel, Guaiquerí (PO 11), observed operating within Guyana’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on March 1, 2025.

The GDF remains vigilant in monitoring all activities within our maritime domain and reiterates its commitment to upholding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Guyana. Our security protocols remain in place, and we continue to coordinate, mobilize and deploy the relevant resources to ensure a measured and appropriate response to developments in our waters.

The GDF, in collaboration with our partners, continues to assess the security implications of this development and remains proactive in maintaining the stability of our maritime space.
The security and well-being of our nation remain our utmost priority, and we reaffirm our dedication to the defence of Guyana’s air, land and sea domain.