CARACAS, March 23 (Xinhua) -- A demonstration called by political parties and pro-government social organizations was held in the Venezuelan capital of Caracas on Monday, demanding the complete lifting of U.S. economic sanctions, local authorities said.

Nahum Fernandez, head of the government of Caracas and vice president of Mobilization and Events of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela, highlighted the nation's resilience in the face of the measures, and reiterated calls to end the blockade.

Caracas Mayor Carmen Melendez said the people will remain in the streets until all sanctions are lifted.

Melendez also reiterated the demand for the release of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, following their forcible seizure by U.S. troops in a military raid on Jan. 3. ■