Venezuela is a country located in South America that has a complex and tumultuous political history. The country has abundant natural resources, including oil, but has struggled with economic challenges and political instability for many years.

In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Venezuela was led by a series of authoritarian leaders, including Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro. Chávez came to power in 1999 and implemented a series of socialist policies, including the nationalization of key industries and the distribution of oil wealth to the poor. Chávez was popular among some segments of the population but also faced significant opposition and criticism.

After Chávez's death in 2013, Maduro became the president of Venezuela. He has faced widespread protests and international condemnation due to allegations of corruption, human rights abuses, and economic mismanagement. In 2019, opposition leader Juan Guaidó declared himself the interim president of Venezuela, alleging that Maduro's 2018 re-election was illegitimate. Guaidó has been recognized as the legitimate president by many countries, including the United States, but Maduro remains in power with the backing of the military and the support of countries such as Russia and China.

The political and economic crisis in Venezuela has led to widespread food shortages, hyperinflation, and a humanitarian crisis. Many Venezuelans have fled the country in search of better living conditions. The situation in Venezuela remains tense and uncertain, with ongoing political tensions and economic challenges.

Venezuela maintains contact with 62 countries. The five most intense relations Venezuela has are with: United Kingdom with a score of 139 000 , United States with a score of 44 954 , Cuba with a score of 28 121 , Colombia with a score of 21 955 , and Iran with a score of 18 580 .

The top five closest relations from Venezuela are: Cuba with a score of 9.51 , Iran with a score of 8.88 , Bolivia with a score of 8.49 , Canada with a score of 7.8 , and China with a score of 7.13 .

While, the top five strained relations from Venezuela are: United States with a score of 1.19 , Germany with a score of 2.48 , United Kingdom with a score of 2.94 , Israel with a score of 2.94 , and Brazil with a score of 3.5 .