April 2002
Request from the Organization of American States to Hugo Chavez - 2002-04-20
The Organization of American States has called on Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to reconcile with his opponents after a brief removal from office due to…
A Lesson for the President of Venezuela - 2002-04-19
President Bush advises Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to reflect on the recent political turmoil and coup attempt. The Organization of American States is involved in…
Warning About Venezuela - 2002-04-18
The Organization of American States warns that Venezuela risks becoming uncontrollable without national dialogue following an unsuccessful coup attempt against President Hugo Chavez. The political…
White House Denies Intervention in Venezuela - 2002-04-17
The White House has denied any involvement in the recent political unrest in Venezuela, asserting support for a peaceful resolution led by the Venezuelan people.…
Washington Did Not Support the Coup Against President Hugo Chavez - 2002-04-17
The U.S. government clarified that it did not support the coup attempt against Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, advocating for a peaceful resolution to the political…
National Dialogue Begins in Venezuela Regarding Current Issues - 2002-04-16
Hugo Chavez announced the initiation of a national dialogue in Venezuela to address pressing issues after he regained power from a failed coup. The dialogue…
Venezuelan President Calls for National Reconciliation - April 16, 2002
Hugo Chavez has called for national reconciliation in Venezuela after a failed coup, aiming to stabilize the country. He has initiated dialogue with opposition leaders…
Venezuela's Oil Production Gradually Returns to Normal
Venezuela's oil production is stabilizing after political unrest led to significant disruptions. President Hugo Chavez was temporarily ousted but has since regained power, impacting the…
President Chavez Accepts Resignation of Board Appointed to Manage Venezuela's State Oil Company - 2002-04-15
President Hugo Chavez accepted the resignation of the board managing Venezuela's state oil company after a failed coup and subsequent protests by oil workers. The…
Occupation of the Presidential Palace of Venezuela - 2002-04-14
Supporters of ousted Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez occupied the presidential palace in Caracas, leading to pressure on interim President Pedro Carmona to reverse his decision…
Hugo Chavez's Return - 2002-04-14
Hugo Chavez has returned to power in Venezuela after a failed military coup. He emphasized the continuation of the people's revolution, asserting it is God's…
All Dismissed Employees in Venezuela Will Return to Work - 2002-04-13
Pedro Carmona, the new interim president of Venezuela, announced the reinstatement of all employees dismissed by Hugo Chavez from the state oil company, following deadly…
Pedro Carmona is the Interim President of Venezuela - 2002-04-13
Pedro Carmona was appointed as the interim president of Venezuela following the ousting of Hugo Chavez. Carmona quickly dissolved the parliament and the Supreme Court,…
Resignation of the President of Venezuela - 2002-04-12
Hugo Chavez resigned as President of Venezuela following deadly protests that resulted in at least 12 deaths. Military leaders accused him of constitutional violations and…
Twelve Anti-Government Protesters Killed in Venezuela - 2002-04-12
At least twelve anti-government protesters were killed in Caracas during clashes with soldiers. President Hugo Chavez remains defiant despite calls for his resignation from senior…
Formation of a Temporary Government by Army Officers in Venezuela - 2002-04-12
Army officers in Venezuela have formed a temporary government after President Hugo Chavez was forced to resign following deadly anti-government protests. Pedro Carmona is set…
Strike Continues in Venezuela - 2002-04-11
Major economic and labor groups in Venezuela are extending a nationwide strike indefinitely, planning a large demonstration in Caracas. The government is open to new…
Strike of Labor Unions in Venezuela - 2002-04-11
Venezuelan labor unions are initiating an indefinite strike in support of discontented oil workers, potentially affecting global oil markets. This strike comes amid disputes with…
Increase in Global Oil Prices - 2002-04-09
Saddam Hussein has halted Iraq's oil exports in protest against Israel, leading to a rise in global oil prices. Venezuela is also facing a general…
Combating the Sharp Rise in Oil Prices in the Market - 2002-04-09
President Bush is considering options to mitigate the economic impact of rising oil prices due to Iraq's potential halt of oil exports. The situation is…
Anticipation of a General Strike in Venezuela - 2002-04-08
Venezuela is bracing for a general strike as labor leaders and industrialists threaten to join the employees of the national oil company in protest. The…
Venezuelan Oil Exports to the U.S. Disrupted
Venezuelan oil exports to the U.S. are disrupted due to a workers' strike protesting political appointments by President Hugo Chavez. This disruption poses a threat…