UN Secretary General urges end to political impasse, declaration of results

Georgetown: The following statement from the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres was released by his spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres

“The Secretary-General takes note of the 8 July ruling of the Caribbean Court of Justice, as final instance.

“He stresses the importance of announcing final official results of the 2 March general and regional elections to the Guyanese people as soon as possible to end an impasse that has lasted more than four months.

“The Secretary-General calls on all political leaders and their supporters to recognize and accept the final official results and refrain from any act or statement that may fuel tensions or incite violence.”

The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, European Union, France, Norway, Caribbean Community, and the Organisation of American States have said the recounted votes reflect the will of Guyanese at the general and regional elections held more than four months ago.