Venezuela’s Economy Faces Setbacks After Recent Earthquakes

Residents sift through the rubble of collapsed buildings in La Guaira following a powerful earthquake that has left thousands displaced and in need of assistance.

However, this upward trajectory was abruptly disrupted by a series of powerful earthquakes that struck the northern regions of the country in late September 2023. The most significant tremor, measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale, caused extensive damage to infrastructure, homes, and local businesses, particularly in the coastal areas of La Guaira and Vargas. The … Read more