Nicolas Maduro, born on November 23, 1962, in Caracas, Venezuela, is a politician who served as the President of Venezuela from 2013. Previously, he held various government positions, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Vice President. Maduro succeeded Hugo Chavez after his death and has been a controversial figure, facing economic crises, political unrest, and international criticism during his presidency. His leadership style and policies have sparked both support and opposition within Venezuela and globally.