Delcy Rodríguez announces increase in the minimum comprehensive income to 240 dollars and pensions of $70
The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, announced this Thursday an increase in the country's workers' minimum comprehensive income, consisting of salary and bonuses, to 240 dollars per month, amid union claims demanding an adjustment of their income after recent agreements with the United States. EFE She also announced [...]
TL;DR
- Venezuela's minimum comprehensive income for workers increased to $240 per month.
- Pensioners will receive the equivalent of $70 per month.
- The private sector is mandated to apply the minimum income increase if current payments are below $240.
- The announcement follows recent agreements with the United States and the restoration of diplomatic relations.
- A direct flight from American Airlines to Venezuela has resumed after a seven-year break.