Chilean President José Antonio Kast has ordered the construction of physical barriers along the border with Bolivia to deter irregular immigration, fulfilling a major campaign promise.
On March 11, 2026, newly elected Chilean President José Antonio Kast announced his administration's plan to erect physical barriers on the Chile-Bolivia border aimed at reducing irregular immigration. This directive is part of a broader immigration strategy that he discussed during his inauguration, where he emphasized increasing personnel and resources to strengthen border control. Kast's hardline stance on immigration is a central aspect of his political platform, reflecting the concerns of many Chileans about the rising number of undocumented immigrants.
