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De Grange defends TAG toll reduction on Autopista Central: "It is not a business opportunity for the highway operator"
The minister for both portfolios said users are the main beneficiaries, despite criticism over extending the concession by another 20 months.
TAG rate cut in Santiago reopens debate over expensive tolls in the regions
UDI deputies call for the reduction agreed with Autopista Central to be extended to interurban highways. De Grange says the key factor is the age of the contract.
Government in talks with Costanera Norte and Vespucio Sur to lower tolls
Minister Louis de Grange says the age of each concession determines whether tolls can be lowered, rather than whether the highway is in Santiago or the regions.
Government reports minor damage from frontal system and keeps emergency in place
Dual-portfolio ministers Alvarado and de Grange credited preventive works for the storm's limited impact, though critical areas are still being monitored.
Government says works in Quebrada Honda are withstanding the new weather front
Ministers Alvarado and De Grange, who each hold two portfolios, toured the ravine in Las Condes and reported evacuations in Puente Alto and Talagante due to the rain.
Public Works Ministry publishes 148 of 241 tenders under Chile Despega Plan and aims to start work this year
Contracts already put out to tender total nearly $214,880 million and account for 12,800 of the 23,000 jobs the government expects to create.
Government weighs evacuating 70 homes in Las Condes ahead of new frontal system
Authorities flew over seven ravines in the Andean foothills and asked universities in Santiago's eastern sector to switch to online classes.
Government reports minor damage from frontal system as emergency continues
Senapred reports 111 people affected and ordered evacuations in Lo Barnechea, Puente Alto and Talagante, while classes resume this Wednesday.
Government faces criticism over missing barriers and conflicting accounts after debris flow
The mayors of Ñuñoa and Las Condes question the government's handling of the emergency as prosecutors examine what was done to prevent the disaster.
Government maintains red alert in Santiago Metropolitan Region and rules out serious emergencies for now
The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service reported 103 people in shelters and damaged homes, while the Chilean Meteorological Directorate forecasts further bursts of rain in Santiago in the early morning hours.
Cadem: Kast’s approval falls to 30%, its lowest level since he took office
The poll shows declining ratings for 17 of the 18 ministers assessed, with 69% believing the country is heading in the wrong direction, the worst result since March.
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.
Autopista Central TAG toll reduction to take effect in January 2027 divides opinion
The agreement with the concessionaire extends the contract by 20 months in exchange for discounts of up to 25%, drawing criticism from the opposition and users.
Orrego responds to Las Condes mayor and avoids dispute after mudslide
The governor defended his presence in San Carlos de Apoquindo, while Catalina San Martín accuses the Regional Government of a lack of coordination.
Parisi, Venegas and Flores question TAG toll reduction on Autopista Central
The 20-month concession extension and the concentration of benefits in Santiago are the main objections to the government's agreement.
Parisi and Socialist Party deputies criticize TAG toll cuts of up to 25% on Autopista Central
The TAG toll cuts would take effect in 2027 in exchange for extending the concession by 20 months, and the opposition alleges that users will bear the cost.