In Venezuela, Chavez established an annual feast.

The Government of Venezuela adopted a law which on 2 February, the day of coming to power of President Hugo Chavez, declared a national holiday, transfer agency Reuters.

"This will be a day of joy," - said vice-president Ramon Karrizales. It is noted that 2 Feb, 2009 Chavez celebrates ten years as president. Congratulate him on his arrival in Caracas other leftist leaders in Latin America camp: Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and Bolivian President Evo Morales.

Recall that, once in office, Chavez has launched a large-scale reforms, known as "Bolivarian Movement to Socialism." They involved the establishment of strict state control over oil production and income redistribution in favor of the poor.

If Chavez were to change the state flag and coat of arms of Venezuela. February 15 in the country to be held a referendum on amendments to the Constitution, which abolished restrictions on the number of consecutive presidential term. Now the President can send his powers no more than two consecutive terms.