A motorbike caravan of government supporters took to the streets of Caracas on Monday during a National Assembly debate on a proposed antipiracy bill.
Some protesters wore pirate costumes and carried posters, staging a symbolic demonstration as lawmakers discussed legislation related to freedom of navigation and trade.
The rally coincided with the arrival of senior officials at the assembly building.
The bill, approved in a first reading, is set for a second legislative debate before potentially becoming law, while public demonstrations continued outside the chamber.