America Chile A new bill extends the current state of emergency in La Araucanía and part of Biobío to allow armed forces fight against gangs in the area; the “Mapuche conflict” is involving indigenous communities, logging companies and law enforcement authorities
America Chile Chile is committed to produce one third of the world’s copper by 2034, driven by new projects and expanded operations, according to a report presented by the Ministry of Mining
America Chile The first Latin American leader to visit the South Pole, President Gabriel Boric reaffirmed Chile's Antarctic sovereignty claims and commitment to expanding climate-focused scientific research in the region
America Chile Doctors have warned of a growing health crisis among children in Antofagasta's mining region, citing rising autism and cancer rates linked to pollution from copper mining, a key industry in Chile
America Chile It is projected that Chile's copper production will rise by 6% in 2025, maintaining its position as the top global producer, while Peru is expected to drop to third place behind the Democratic Republic of Congo due to slower production growth