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Untangling Chile’s Pension Reform
The government wants to overhaul the pension system, but a gradual modernization would be a more effective path.
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Petro’s Pension Reform Tests Colombian Senate
Despite having a minority in the upper house, the ruling Pacto Histórico may get the toned-down proposal approved. The House of Representatives will be tougher.
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A Challenging Start for Gabriel Boric
Chile’s young president faces sinking approval, as does the constitutional convention ahead of a critical September plebiscite.
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Los arriesgados retiros de fondos de pensiones en Chile
Políticos oportunistas se han aprovechado de la angustia en medio de la pandemia.
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Chile’s Risky Pension Withdrawals
Political opportunists have taken advantage of the angst amid the pandemic.
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How Latin Americans Are Using Pensions as a COVID-19 Lifeline
In Chile, Peru and elsewhere, governments are loosening regulations on pension withdrawals. What are the risks?
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Solving Chile’s Crisis Starts With Fixing Its Pension System
Protesters cite the Pinochet-era retirement scheme as their top grievance. Fixing it will mean a return to basic principles of social security.