caroní Municipal Chamber Sworn In With All-PSUV Representation, Solidifying Regional Control
Puerto ordaz, Venezuela – In a session held today, the Caroní Municipal Chamber was officially installed for the 2025 legislative period, with a Board of Directors elected unanimously by its members. The installation marks a notable consolidation of power for the United Socialist Party of venezuela (PSUV) as all seats within the chamber are now held by party representatives.
The newly sworn-in leadership includes Northis Díaz as President, Roberth Rivas as Vice President, Jesús Vásquez as Secretary, adn Ediwnson Acosta as Undersecretary. José Moreta, head of the PSUV faction within the chamber, will play a key role in guiding the party’s legislative agenda.The session was presided over by Councilor Meurys Lubaton, with Councilor Damelis Herrera serving as Secretary, and was attended by National Assembly deputies Roselys Salazar and Jesús Ortega.
This development builds upon a broader trend of PSUV dominance in the Bolívar state. Governor Yulisbeth García and Mayor Yanny alonzo, both members of the PSUV, will now work in closer alignment with the municipal chamber, creating what officials are calling an “armored regional government.” President Díaz, a veteran political activist as the age of 12, emphasized her commitment to continuing the “revolution” and collaborating with state and municipal leaders to improve the lives of Caroní residents. She specifically referenced the past significance of February 4th (the anniversary of a 1992 attempted coup lead by Hugo Chávez) and the 200th anniversary of the Venezuelan independence movement.
Context: Caroní Municipality and Bolívar State
the Caroní municipality, located in Bolívar State, is a crucial economic hub for Venezuela, largely due to its significant iron ore deposits and the presence of the Orinoco Iron Ore Mining Company (Ferrominera del Orinoco). Puerto Ordaz, the municipality’s main city, serves as a major industrial centre.Bolívar State, bordering Brazil and Guyana, is the largest state in Venezuela by area, encompassing a diverse landscape from the Guiana Highlands rainforest to savanna grasslands.
The complete PSUV control of the Caroní Municipal Chamber is part of a wider strategy by the ruling party to strengthen its grip on regional and local governance. this unified front aims to facilitate the implementation of President Nicolás Maduro’s policies, focusing on community self-governance and social programs.Key Councilors & Substitutes:
The main councilors of the chamber are: Roberth Rivas, Edwin Ramos, Denny Jiménez, Doneri Fuentes, Nares Vera, Nelson Delgado, José Moreta, Hilario Espinoza, Meurys Lubaton, Northis Díaz, Betzy Velásquez, Damelis Herrera and Yamilet Beria.
The substitute councilors are: Minna Santana, Shamanta romero, Mariflor Sapienza, Xiomara Paraguacuto, Rina Bruzual, pedro Castellanos, Irma Velásquez, Josefina Miele, Laura Zabala, Carlos Salazar, Ángel Carvajal, Maribel Nogueira and Clemente Beria.
All councilors swore to uphold the Constitution of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and relevant municipal laws. The move is expected to accelerate the implementation of development projects within the municipality, with a particular focus on infrastructure improvements and social welfare initiatives.
Angle for Future Coverage: Monitor the impact of this consolidated power structure on local businesses, notably those involved in the iron ore industry. Investigate how the emphasis on “self-governance” translates into practical policies and community involvement. Track the allocation of resources and the effectiveness of programs aimed at improving the welfare of Caroní residents.
