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Kast calls for October 18 events to "never happen again" and avoids discussing pardons
The president will hold no official event to mark the anniversary of the social uprising and remained silent amid pressure from libertarians and Republicans.
Kast travels to La Paz to sign agreements with Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz
It is the first state visit by a Chilean president to Bolivia since 1955, with expectations growing over a possible restoration of relations.
Kast rules out official event marking October 18 as governing parties prepare joint statement
La Moneda will not commemorate the seventh anniversary of the social unrest, while Johannes Kaiser's libertarians criticize the government's omission.
Kast travels to Bolivia for the first Chilean state visit in 70 years
Drug-linked timber trafficking and stolen cars strain a meeting that La Moneda wants to focus on trade, energy, mining and connectivity with La Paz.
Kast's approval falls to 27% seven months after taking office, according to Criteria
Academics attribute the decline to the lack of a coalition, an inexperienced cabinet, unfulfilled security promises and cuts to social programs.
Kast launches Choose Chile and urges authorities to build confidence for investment
The new platform seeks to promote Chile as an investment destination and exporter, and is preparing its first international gathering for March 2027.
Kast accuses some actors of looking out for "their personal or political interests" rather than Chile's
The President defended fiscal tightening and criticized populism as Bachelet opens the door to a third presidential bid.
Former consul Jorge Canelas sees Kast's visit to Bolivia as a possible turning point
Canelas believes Chile and Bolivia are likely to restore diplomatic relations during Rodrigo Paz's administration, though he does not see it as urgent.
Kast calls for looking to the future and hopes October 18 unrest will not happen again
The President ruled out an official event marking the social unrest despite libertarian criticism and avoided answering questions about possible pardons.
Kast urges a look to the future ahead of October 18 anniversary and avoids discussing pardons
The President ruled out an official event marking the social unrest, despite pressure from libertarian Senator Vanessa Kaiser, and did not answer questions about pardons.
Kast calls for no repeat of October 18 unrest and stays silent on pardons for police and military personnel
Republicans and libertarians press the President for a gesture toward convicted police officers, while Tohá proposes allowing terminally ill prisoners to die at home.
Kast monitors rain emergency from La Moneda without visiting affected areas
The President avoided visiting affected areas after the Las Condes mudslide, while mayors including Sichel are asking the government to appoint an official emergency spokesperson.
Climate emergency reignites debate over lack of spokesperson in Kast government
Analysts across the political spectrum agree that the executive branch needs to separate the spokesperson role from the Ministry of the Interior to handle crises.
Kast travels to La Paz in the first Chilean presidential visit to Bolivia in 71 years
Former Ambassador Gabriel Gaspar welcomed the trip, but noted that governments of different political persuasions had sustained the rapprochement with Bolivia.
Kast appoints Claudia Carvallo as national director of Airports
The architect returns to the role she held under Piñera, following a selection process with 118 applications and a final shortlist of eight candidates.
RN leader accuses Deputy Araya of attacking Piñera for political gain
Andrea Balladares defended Sebastián Piñera's legacy and warned that internal disputes within the ruling coalition complicate matters for Kast's government.
Parisi calls on Kast to act over pension fund losses linked to interest rate swaps
The PDG leader alleged speculation involving U.S. interest rate derivatives and called for sanctions at pension fund administrators and the Superintendency of Pensions.
Karla Rubilar alleges a "serious design problem" in emergency communications
Piñera's former minister urged President Kast to listen to figures from Piñera's political camp with experience in disasters, reconstruction and employment.
Boric joins Bachelet's meeting with opposition leaders
The presidents of the progressive parties arrived at Horizonte Ciudadano to discuss how to confront the government of José Antonio Kast.
Senator Saavedra asks Kast to declare Lota a disaster zone after landslide
The Socialist lawmaker questioned the government's delay and called for resources for the municipality and to address critical areas identified by Sernageomin.