Venezuela's government has more than doubled the monthly minimum wage to $240, a significant increase aimed at alleviating pressure on households amidst high inflation and social unrest. This move follows months of protests and a promise to responsibly raise salaries without further fueling inflation. Pensions also saw a 40% increase to $70.

El gobierno de Venezuela prometió un aumento salarial responsable que no avive la inflación en el país. <p><a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/04/09/aumento-salarial-en-venezuela-trabajadores-rechazan-la-represion-de-sus-protestas/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/04/09/aumento-salarial-en-venezuela-trabajadores-rechazan-la-represion-de-sus-protestas/">Venezuela duplicó con creces el salario mínimo mensual</a>, elevándolo a 240 d...