Venezuelans have voted in a largely symbolic referendum to approve the takeover of the oil-rich region of Essequibo in neighbouring Guyana. The status of the region has been a source of tension between the countries for decades. Guyana has the world's biggest reserves of crude per capita, while Venezuela sits on the largest proven reserves overall. Claire Herriot reports Subscribe:
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