In the Venezuelan capital Caracas, thousands of workers and pensioners protested demanding higher wages and pensions, but they were stopped by police cordons. The marchers could not reach the presidential palace, Reuters reports, writes UNN.
Details
Trade unions, civil servants, and pensioners participated in the protests. They tried to reach the Miraflores Palace, but the police blocked the city center. Some demonstrators managed to break through the first barriers, but reinforced blockades stopped them about 2 kilometers from the government quarter.
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We want a salary with purchasing power
– said trade union leader Jose Patines.
Why people protested
The protesters indicate that their income level does not allow them to cover basic needs. According to data, civil servants receive about $160 per month, while in the private sector, the average income is approximately $237.
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The official minimum wage remains at 130 bolivars, which is equivalent to approximately $0.27 per month and has not changed since 2022.
Government's position
Earlier, acting President Delcy Rodriguez stated that the government is working to improve the economy and called on citizens to be patient.
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This increase will be responsible
– she said, promising a salary increase from May 1 without specifying the amounts.
There were no reports of injuries or arrests during the protests.
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