Chile: From Rebellion to Resilience
After six years of political turmoil, there are reasons to be optimistic about the road ahead.
Chile: Meet the Candidates 2025
Jeannette Jara and José Antonio Kast will face off in the December 14 presidential runoff.
REACTION: Jara and Kast Head to Chile’s Presidential Runoff
A Communist and a right-wing candidate will compete in the second round on December 14.
AQ Podcast | A Right Turn in Chile?
Patricio Navia on Chile’s upcoming election, and what it might mean for the economy.
A New Museum Celebrates Chile’s 19th-Century Immigrants
Its exhibitions in Valparaíso showcase the waves of newcomers who shaped the port city’s heyday.
AQ Podcast: How Crime Is Affecting Latin American Politics
Criminal infiltration of formal economies and politics is shaping elections in Latin America.
Chile’s Right Is Gaining Momentum
Polls show conservative candidate José Antonio Kast leading in the November 16 presidential election.
Chile’s Embattled Lithium King
SQM’s new state partnership faces growing scrutiny amid rising global competition for one of the world’s most critical minerals.
Chile’s Left-Wing Primary Surprise
Communist Party candidate Jeannette Jara’s landslide victory is a blow to the traditional Chilean center-left and signals a more polarized general election.
Momentum for Red Tape Reform in Chile Picks Up
Significant permitting reform for mining and other sectors is likely to materialize, but the details are uncertain as November elections loom.
A New Stage in the Race to Develop Latin America’s Ports
A year after AQ’s report on port infrastructure, Chile’s far south has hit a few roadblocks as investment interest continues.
Chile Has Bold Tech Ambitions
Far from Silicon Valley, a digital niche is taking shape, with AI-driven initiatives and a data center boom.
The Radical Libertarian Reshaping Chile’s Presidential Race
Lawmaker Johannes Kaiser is rising in the polls ahead of November’s presidential election amid rising concerns about crime and immigration.
Chile’s Pension Reform Makes a Case for Political Compromise
The reform raises mandatory contributions and improves women’s benefits, while carrying a high fiscal cost.
Chile: A 2025 Snapshot
AQ tracks political and economic trends to watch and key indicators in 2025.

