Venezuela: Who is Maduro's wife Cilia Flores?
Nicolas Maduro's wife - Celia Flores is not only Venezuela's first lady, but also a central figure in the country's political sphere.
A member of parliament, she has served as attorney general and president of the National Assembly.
She was a loyal supporter of Hugo Chavez - who then endorsed her husband's policies.
Caroline Baum takes a closer look at her life.