In the opinion of President Hugo Chávez, constitutional reform is a need; therefore, only the people by means of a referendum have the power to approve it.

"People are the ones who may change it (the Constitution). I expect that they will approve it (the constitutional reform). Should I had lost the (recall) referendum, I do not know where I would be now. But I will be here until people decide otherwise."

In the edition No. 289 of Sunday TV and radio show "Aló, Presidente", aired from Ayacucho Hall, Miraflores presidential palace, Chávez affirmed that he would propose continued re-election.

"There is no threat whatsoever. It works in Europe and Asia. People will make the final decision on my incumbency. However, I have high expectation and faith that by increasing effectiveness, efficiency, and with the support of all countries, it will be possible," said the ruler.

Chávez reported on the findings of a recent survey, according to which 72 percent of people back him.

"These are the specific results of a work. There have been troubles. But if people felt that they were not taken due care of, after so many years, there would not be such a support."