Venezuela Protests for Higher Wages

Union leaders and public sector workers are calling for a significant increase to the minimum wage, which currently stands at approximately $0.27 per month.

While interim President Delcy Rodríguez has promised a 'responsible increase' by May 1, protesters insist that immediate action is needed to combat hyperinflation.

The unrest has been met with organized counter-marches by government loyalists, highlighting the sharp political divisions remaining in the country.

Lawmakers have recently approved a new mining bill in an attempt to lure foreign investment and stabilize the economy, but workers remain skeptical of its immediate benefits.