When fact becomes fiction and Chile’s president faces a complot
In his latest novel, Chile Today columnist Germán Silva tells the story of how dark forces are plotting against Chile’s president, Gabriel Boric. In line...
Author : Christian Scheinpflug
German federal council head visits Chile
One day later than expected, federal council head Bodo Ramelow landed in Santiago. On the agenda are talks with political leaders and a visit to...
The foreign policy lesson Chile can draw from the war on Ukraine
Russia’s war on Ukraine has affected most countries one way or another, even Chile. While not directly related, the invasion and especially Germany’s response to...
Chile dodged the authoritarian bullet – but it still ricochets
With most votes counted, Gabriel Boric emerges as Chile’s president-elect. He ran on a popular left platform initially but in recent weeks focused on centrist...
‘It is up to liberal democrats to learn the right lessons from the rise of populism’
Competing in the runoff on Sunday, José Antonio Kast and Gabriel Boric offer contrasting government styles. Boric proposes largely social democratic policies, while Kast promises...
Chile’s presidential frontrunner employs adviser linked to Germany’s far-right
Reports by a Brazilian newspaper exposed the nexus between President Jair Bolsonaro and Chilean presidential frontrunner José Antonio Kast. Sven von Storch, the husband of...
Kast’s program is all about progressive authoritarianism
Far-right presidential candidate José Antonio Kast has received much media coverage in light of his radical proposals. But a look in his program shows that...
Chile and Germany to strengthen energy ties
Chile and Germany have strengthened their energy ties. Both countries’ energy ministers have signed a letter of intent on green hydrogen. Given its singular renewable...
Chile to participate in Antarctic Treaty meeting
Representatives of the Foreign Ministry are participating in a meeting on the Antarctic Treaty. France hosts the event which takes place online until June 24....
Paula Narváez’s Proposals for a ‘New Chile’
Presidential hopeful Paula Narváez has provided some details on her government plans. In conversation with Paulina Astroza, Narváez emphasized the importance of female empowerment. On...