Venezuela's acting president announces cabinet reshuffle

CARACAS, Jan. 16 (Xinhua) -- Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Friday announced three changes to her cabinet.

Miguel Perez Pirela was appointed minister of communication and information, replacing Freddy Nanez, who will head the Ministry of Ecosocialism, Rodriguez said on Telegram.

In his new role, Nanez will be responsible for "continuing to promote public policies for the protection of our Pachamama (Mother Earth) and all matters related to environmental protection," Rodriguez said.

Rodriguez also appointed Anibal Coronado as minister of transport. ■