Venezuela

By Maura Rumley

  • President Chavez Dies

    President Chavez Dies
    At just the age of 58, president Chavez dies from cancer. This was very significant because Chavez helped greatly with making Venezuela one of the wealthiest countries in Latin America. He was also very loved by the people of Venezuela.

  • Nicolas Maduro Is Elected As President

    Nicolas Maduro Is Elected As President
    By a narrow margin, Hugo Chavez' chosen successor is elected as president.

  • At Least 28 People Killed

    At Least 28 People Killed
    Due to an anti-government protest, at least 28 people are killed. February-March.

  • Government Announces Cuts in Public Spending

    Government Announces Cuts in Public Spending
    Due to oil prices reach a four-year low, public spending is cut.

  • President Gain All of the Control.

    President Gain All of the Control.
    A new National Constituent Assembly was elected by the president. This gave the president all of the control.

  • Millions Flee Venezuela

    Millions Flee Venezuela
    UN says two million Venezuelans have fled abroad to neighboring countries since 2014.

  • 3.4 Million Refugees

    3.4 Million Refugees
    The number of refugees hits the mark of 3.4 million.