Chile

May 23, 2026

Chile’s MAGA-inspired border control

Chile digs desert trenches along its northern border as President José Antonio Kast pushes a hardline migration crackdown critics say may have little effect. (Image credit: […]
April 21, 2026

Chile signs agreement with US State Department to combat organized crime alongside the FBI

The US agency will provide support to strengthen intelligence and coordination with the PDI. 
April 18, 2026

First deportation flight for irregular migrants or those with criminal records takes off

This marks the formal beginning of a strict border control policy and the effective implementation of pending measures. 
April 17, 2026

President José Antonio Kast receives President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel on official visit

Both leaders signed a cooperation agreement on matters related to the Antarctic and the exploration and use of outer space.
April 16, 2026

Bukele signs reforms allowing life prison sentences for people as young as 12

The reforms signed by Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele would apply to people convicted of committing or being an accomplice to crimes including homicide, femicide, rape and […]
April 11, 2026

Government highlights progress in security, investment and the social agenda in administration’s first month

President José Antonio Kast’s administration has promoted measures in crime control, economic reactivation, international cooperation and social policies, along with the implementation of plans in health, energy and education. 
April 11, 2026

President participates in raising Great Bicentennial Flag

The ceremony took place on the eve of the institutional anniversary of Carabineros (uniformed police service). It was attended by Public Security Minister Trinidad Steinert and the director general of Carabineros, Marcelo Araya, among others. 
April 9, 2026

President enacts constitutional reform to integrate the Chilean Prison Service into the Forces of Public Order and Security

The new structure will strengthen security within prison facilities, making it easier to combat organized crime. 
April 7, 2026

President José Antonio Kast makes first international trip and holds working meeting with President Javier Milei

The Chilean president participated in a breakfast meeting with Argentine authorities at the Chilean embassy in Buenos Aires and held a bilateral meeting with the Argentine president. 
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