### [2026-05-1](/feed/2026/05/1/index.md)

##### Crisis in Venezuela
# Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodríguez raises the minimum income package by 26.3% to US$240 and increases pensions to $70, as the government responds to protests over low wages amid high inflation. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via France 24](https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20260430-venezuela-leader-hikes-minimum-wage-package-by-26)

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