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Chile’s year of change
Chile is entering a new, unpredictable political era. Dissatisfied with the status quo, its voters have left the traditional parties in droves and are supporting new, independent candidates. Such independents have been tasked with writing the country’s new constitution, while presidential elections later this year could put a nontraditional politician at the head of the country.
Chile: A paragon of democracy suffers a hiccup
For months now, Chilean protesters have been clamoring for political change. President Sebastian Pinera has tried to assuage tensions by investing in social programs, but the measures have proven insufficient in the eyes of the population, who continues to demand a new constitution. Meanwhile, the Chilean peso has become volatile ...
Chile’s Pinera struggles to make headway
Midway through his term, Chile’s President Sebastian Pinera is facing resistance to his agenda from a hostile congress. His clumsy handling of several domestic crises has not helped his government gain traction. The economy is doing well, though, fueled by copper exports. But that poses a danger as well – ...
Rough waters ahead for Chile’s new government
Chile faces economic uncertainty as global trade alliances are thrown into disarray. The new government in Santiago, led by free-market conservative Sebastian Pinera, has a weak position in the legislature. On top of the daunting challenge of diversifying Chile’s copper-based economy, President Pinera must deal with social unrest at home. ...
In Chile, stagnation and stasis despite shifting politics
The old party coalitions are breaking down in Chile, while new rules could shake up congressional representation. With the economy stuck in low gear, voters are frustrated. But despite all this, the country looks likely to elect a familiar face in November – former President Sebastian Pinera. If he wins, ...
