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Chile’s constitution has been under surgery in a second attempt to recast the fundamental rights that will bring Latin America’s fifth-largest economy into the modern era.

A Last Hope for Chile’s New Constitution?

The ultra-conservative Partido Republicano has a large influence over the constitutional process, and President Boric has already said this will be the final attempt during his term.

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (R) and his Chilean counterpart Gabriel Boric greet each other during a press conference at the Presidential Palace in Mexico City, on November 23, 2022. (Photo by RODRIGO ARANGUA / AFP) (Photo by RODRIGO ARANGUA/AFP via Getty Images)

Pacific Alliance Rift: Chile Tries to Mend Ties Between Mexico and Peru

Caught in the political storm of Peru’s presidential transition, the regional group is being kept leaderless by Mexico’s refusal to pass the baton.

AQ Podcast: Explaining Chile’s U-Turn

Patricio Navia on why the political pendulum seems to have swung right in Chile

Chilean police officers grieve the murder of officer Daniel Palma, one of several police officers killed in recent months as crime rates have risen.

In Chile and Elsewhere, Crime Is the New Corruption

Sunday’s election shows how violent crime is dominating the political debate throughout much of Latin America, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.

As Concern Over Crime Rises, Chile’s Boric Shifts Right

The deaths of three police officers in the space of a month has added to the already acute security woes facing the government.

The New Pink Tide’s Favorite Economist

Presidents in Colombia, Argentina and Chile are fans of Mariana Mazzucato, who thinks the state can harness potential for innovation.

AQ Podcast: Is Bukele or Boric the Future of Latin American Politics?

A millennial journalist on how her generation is changing politics in the region.

Chilean President Gabriel Boric with the new interior minister, Carolina Toha. Toha is tasked with getting Boric's administration back on track and dealing with security issues.

Gabriel Boric Once Criticized Her. Now, She Must Turn Around His Administration.

Veteran politician Carolina Tohá, Chile’s new interior minister, faces rising crime and a government in some distress.

AQ Podcast: A Reset for Chile and Gabriel Boric

Public policy expert Isabel Aninat on what’s next for Chile after the rejection of the proposed new constitution

Chile Now Has a Chance to Get New Constitution Right

Voters showed that they want a new charter, not a new country.

Chileans carrying flags celebrate Rechazo win in the plebiscite in Chile.

REACTION: Chile Rejects New Constitution

After a three-year process, the country is left with a question of how to fulfill their previous vote to change the magna carta.

A woman reads a copy of the proposed Chilean constitution, as an up-or-down referendum on September 4 approaches.

For Chile’s Constitution Referendum, Moderate Voters Are Key

Proposals from both campaigns and an obligatory vote could still affect the outcome.

Chile and Gabriel Boric: An Overview

This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on the Summit of the Americas. Click here for the full list of countries. Chile’s youngest-ever president, the 36-year-old former student leader took office to soaring expectations in March. Boric’s election came two years after widespread protests over inequality, and he has promised deep reforms to Chile’s economic model and private pension … Read more

A Challenging Start for Gabriel Boric

Chile’s young president faces sinking approval, as does the constitutional convention ahead of a critical September plebiscite.

AQ Podcast: Gabriel Boric Gets to Work in Chile

Just days after his inauguration, the 36-year-old former student leader faces a challenging political and economic landscape.