The death of Hugo Chavez in March 2013 made Venezuela enter into the post-Chavez. In April 2013 Nicolas Maduro was elected president with small margin，sustaining the PSUV’s ruling status. Five months later，the National Assembly granted him decree power to rule，facilitating him to implement economic adjustments. In December 2013 the PSUV consolidated its ruling position by gaining most mayoralties in the municipal election. But the Maduro government was confronting economic hardship in 2013，including weak GDP growth，accelerated inflation rates，and reduced oil production an export. In addition，it was pressured to improve public security，which is a major concern for voters. Diplomatically President Maduro continued to maintain close relations between Venezuela and Cuba and advocated deeper regional integration.