Pragmatic Far-Right in Chile
José Antonio Kast has emphasized the far-right agenda contrasting with Gabriel Boric’s leftist administration and has initiated strict immigration policies early in his presidency.
After Kast's inauguration, Chileans declare themselves Brazilians on social media
Following José Antonio Kast's inauguration, many Chileans have humorously declared their allegiance to Brazil on social media, expressing opposition to the new far-right president.
Chile’s Boric leaves office, calls for unity after split with successor over China cable
Chilean President Gabriel Boric concluded his presidency urging national unity, following tensions with his successor over a controversial undersea cable project involving China.
With Kast's inauguration, the most right-leaning government since Pinochet begins in Chile
José Antonio Kast has officially taken office as the President of Chile, marking the country’s most right-wing government since the return to democracy.
Chile's first far-right president since Pinochet takes office
Chilean president Gabriel Boric assumes office, marking a significant turn in the country's political landscape with his far-right administration.
Live: Inauguration of José Antonio Kast, new president of Chile
José Antonio Kast is set to be inaugurated as the president of Chile in a ceremony attended by various heads of state.
Gabriel Boric concludes his mandate: "Thank you for so much and sorry for so little"
Outgoing Chilean President Gabriel Boric bids farewell after four years of progressive leadership, expressing gratitude to his supporters and heading to the Parliament for the inauguration of far-right leader José Antonio Kast.
Pablo Toviggino testifies today before Justice; Javier Milei is already in Chile for the inauguration of Kast
Pablo Toviggino is scheduled to testify in court today regarding allegations of misappropriation of funds from the Argentine Football Association, while Javier Milei attends the presidential inauguration of Gabriel Boric in Chile.
Kast takes office in Chile promising moderation; Boric leaves an ambiguous legacy
After a defeat by José Antonio Kast, Gabriel Boric ends his presidency with mixed results and unfulfilled expectations.
Gabriel Boric affirms that Chile is 'better than four years ago' in his final presidential speech
In his last televised speech before handing over power, Chilean President Gabriel Boric stated that the country is in a better state than it was four years ago and expressed his commitment to making it more just and equal.
Felipe VI meets with Kast and Boric in a Chile that looks to Spain with expectation: "Our investors are starting to choose it over the United States"
King Felipe VI of Spain engaged in significant talks in Chile, highlighting Spain's increasing attractiveness to investors amidst a political shift from left to right.
Boric bids farewell to the presidency with a final critique of Trump after a relationship marked by strong clashes
Chilean President Gabriel Boric criticized Donald Trump in his final hours in office, highlighting their tension-filled relationship over the past four years.
Boric one day before leaving La Moneda: 'Being president is like having the mountain range on your back; something beautiful but very heavy'
Chilean President Gabriel Boric reflects on the burdens and beauty of his presidency in a farewell interview before handing over power to José Antonio Kast.
Boric and Kast ease tensions and commit to an "exemplary" handover
Chilean President Gabriel Boric and his successor José Antonio Kast met to ease tensions just days before the handover of power on March 11, amidst a disruptive political conflict related to a Chinese submarine cable project.
Gabriel Boric bids farewell to his supporters: 'I leave with my head held high and my hands clean'
Chilean President Gabriel Boric bids farewell to his supporters just days before leaving office, urging them to organize for a return to political majority.
Elected President of Chile Suspends Transition Due to Differences with Boric
Chilean President-elect José Antonio Kast abruptly halted the power transition process with current leader Gabriel Boric amid conflicts over a fiber optic cable project with China.
The relationship between Boric and Kast blows up a week before the power transfer
The political relationship between Chile's outgoing leftist president Gabriel Boric and far-right president-elect José Antonio Kast has deteriorated dramatically just days before the power transition.
Kast suspends the transfer with Boric amid U.S. pressure over a project with China
Elect president José Antonio Kast suspended the transfer of power from Gabriel Boric, citing concerns over U.S. warnings related to a strategic submarine cable project with China.
Kast justifies the break with Boric: 'There is a lack of transparency'
Elect President José Antonio Kast announces a significant break in the transition process with outgoing President Gabriel Boric, citing a lack of transparency regarding important information.
Scandal in Chile: José Antonio Kast ends the transition with Gabriel Boric and accuses "lack of information and transparency"
José Antonio Kast has terminated the presidential transition process with Gabriel Boric, citing issues of transparency and trust.
Undersea cable between China and Chile causes disagreement between Boric and Kast
Chilean President Gabriel Boric abruptly canceled a meeting with elected President José Antonio Kast due to conflicting statements regarding a controversial undersea cable project connecting China and Chile.
The unprecedented break in Chile between Boric and Kast eight days before the change of command
Gabriel Boric's meeting with his successor José Antonio Kast ends abruptly over conflicting information regarding a Chinese submarine cable project.
José Antonio Kast breaks with tradition and will return to inhabit the palace of La Moneda
José Antonio Kast is set to become the first president since 1958 to reside in the presidential palace of La Moneda in Santiago, Chile, starting March 11.
"Decisions are made in the best interest of Chile": Gabriel Boric defends the evaluation of the Chinese cable
Chilean President Gabriel Boric affirmed the evaluation of a Chinese-led underwater fiber optic cable project, emphasizing decisions will prioritize Chile's best interests amidst rising tensions with the United States.
Boric's administration ends in Chile with many obstacles, but with some victories
Gabriel Boric's presidency in Chile faced numerous challenges, leading to his term ending with mixed results.
Washington imposes visa restrictions on Chilean officials... What is China's relationship?
The U.S. has imposed visa restrictions on three Chilean officials amid rising tensions with the outgoing government, prior to the inauguration of the newly elected right-wing president.
US revokes visas for three Chilean officials for `undermining regional security`
The US government has announced the revocation of entry visas for three unnamed Chilean officials due to actions that jeopardized critical telecommunications infrastructure and undermined regional security.
Impactful explosion of a gas truck in Chile: There are four dead and at least 17 injured
A gas truck exploded in Renca, Chile, resulting in four fatalities and at least 17 injuries, as confirmed by President Gabriel Boric.
Photos capture devastation after Chile truck explosion kills at least 4, damages at least 50 vehicles
A truck explosion in Santiago, Chile has left at least four dead and damaged over 50 vehicles.
Kast rejects Chilean aid to Cuba: 'I do not agree to give financial aid to a government that has generated a dictatorship'
José Antonio Kast, the newly elected president of Chile, opposed financial aid sent to Cuba, criticizing the Cuban government for its dictatorship and the dire situation of its people.
Boric attends an event at La Moneda with his seven-month-old daughter, Violeta: "The postnatal leave for the mother has ended"
President Gabriel Boric attended a signing ceremony for a lithium operation contract at La Moneda accompanied by his seven-month-old daughter, Violeta, as his partner's maternity leave concluded.
The Government of Boric announces that it will send humanitarian aid to Cuba in light of 'the dramatic situation'
The Chilean government, led by President Gabriel Boric, has announced plans to send humanitarian aid to Cuba amidst the country’s escalating crisis.
Sheinbaum reaffirms support for former President of Chile to lead the UN: "We decided to support Michelle Bachelet"
In a press conference, Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed her support for Michelle Bachelet's candidacy for the UN Secretary-General, previously announced by Chilean President Gabriel Boric.
Boric officially announces Bachelet's candidacy for the UN and gains two significant supports to compete with Grossi
Chilean President Gabriel Boric has officially announced Michelle Bachelet's candidacy for the UN Secretary-General position, backed by the ambassadors of Mexico and Brazil, while Kast has yet to define his stance.
Chile officializes Michelle Bachelet's candidacy for UN Secretary-General position
Former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet has been officially nominated by Chile for the position of UN Secretary-General, with support from Mexico and Brazil, as announced by Chile's president Gabriel Boric.
Boric announces the official nomination of Bachelet to lead the UN, with support from Brazil and Mexico
Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced the official nomination of former president Michelle Bachelet for the position of UN Secretary-General, receiving support from Brazil and Mexico.
Chile registers Michelle Bachelet's candidacy for the UN General Secretariat
Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced the formal registration of former President Michelle Bachelet's candidacy for the UN General Secretariat elections at the end of the year, with support from Mexico and Brazil.
Boric, the moment of reflection: 'The left that only blames the adversary is doomed to dissolve'
Chilean President Gabriel Boric reflects on the challenges facing the left in politics as he prepares to leave office on March 11, hinting at a future return.
Reactions of the new president Kast and defeated communist Borić on Venezuela
The reactions of Chile's newly elected conservative president José Antonio Kast and outgoing leftist president Gabriel Boric to the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela illustrate a stark ideological divide in international political discourse.
Gabriel Borić: Respect for sovereignty is a red line that the USA has crossed in Venezuela
Chilean President Gabriel Borić condemned the U.S. attack on Venezuela, asserting that respect for sovereignty is a non-negotiable red line that should not be crossed, warning it could apply to other nations in the future.