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The latest news, analysis and opinion on Chile. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
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Head of State
President Gabriel Boric
Head of Government
President Gabriel Boric
An undated screenshot of Bo Yang, also known as Emilio, with whom Chilean lawmaker Karol Cariola is said to have had dealings that are the subject of an investigation.
China’s Communist Party

Senior Chilean lawmaker investigated over actions involving Chinese businessman

Records show ex-president of country’s lower house helped arrange for retail centre owner to join official parliamentary trip to mainland.

US-China relations

EU in Latin America touts itself as ‘just’ partner amid US-China rivalry

US-China relations

China gains ground in Latin America diplomacy as US uncertainty bites

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US-China trade war

Cargo surge, private sector promotion law and more

This week: Container bookings rise as China and the US agree to 90-day tariff pause, US moves to bar use of Huawei AI chips “anywhere” and the EU has “no intention” to revive China investment deal. Next week: April data dump, private sector promotion law takes effect, USTR hearing on tariffs on Chinese ship-to-shore cranes and more.

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China trade

President Xi messages Danish businesses ahead of foreign minister’s China visit

First such letter to a foreign business community since 2021 shows how China is trying to expand its circle of friends amid a trade-war truce with the United States.

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China travel

China to expand visa-free travel to 5 Latin American countries

The announcement comes amid Beijing’s latest push to gather international support for its opposition to Donald Trump’s tariffs.

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US-China trade war

China hopes for ‘golden decade’ in relations with Latin America and Caribbean

Beijing joins regional bloc Celac in backing free trade and ‘more democratic’ international system amid the tussle for influence with US.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro at the opening ceremony of the China-Celac Forum. Photo: Kyodo
Americas and the Caribbean

Video | Xi slams ‘bullying’ as Beijing hosts Celac leaders

The Chinese leader’s call for unity was heard by representatives of more than 30 Latin American and Caribbean nations in Beijing

Cathay Pacific

How does Hong Kong’s Cathay stack up among regional airlines in punctuality?

City’s flag carrier secures spot among top 10, edging out rival Singapore Airlines, which failed to make the list in April.

Robotics

How a Chinese robotics firm maintains high-voltage power lines

Crownpower’s robots are taking over the potentially deadly work of safety inspection and maintenance of high-voltage power grids.

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Crownpower’s X-ray detection robot moves along a power cable at a speed of 6 metres per minute, as it checks for any potential damage. Photo: Handout
Food and Drinks

Watered but not grown in water, a rice strain for a drier, hotter world

A strain of rice developed in Chile doesn’t need a flooded field to grow, just an irrigated one – a boon to farmers as water scarcity rises.

Scientist Karla Cordero inspects experimental rice seedlings grown in Chile. A new, less water-intensive rice strain is thriving in the country’s dry climate, offering hope for sustainable agriculture at a time of increased water scarcity. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

Are China’s space ties with Latin America under threat as the US asserts power?

Trump administration to increase scrutiny of Sino-Latin American space cooperation to curb China’s influence, analysts say.

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US-China relations

Chinese embassy in Chile accuses US of ‘hegemonism’ over Trump nominee’s remarks

Nominee to serve as top American envoy to Santiago would try to ‘restrict’ Beijing’s access to resources, especially in space and technology.

US-China relations

China’s observatory in Chile in doubt as US raises military concerns

Washington’s unease over ‘low-orbit satellites’ deployment could scuttle US$80 million project for Beijing’s astronomical research institute.

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The European Southern Observatory, comprising 16 member states, conducts astronomical research from the Atacama Desert in northern Chile. Photo: ESO
Business of climate change

China miners accelerate overseas buying spree

Last month, MMG said it would buy British miner Anglo American’s nickel business in Brazil.

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A Leapmotor EV production line in Jinhua, China. Photo: AFP
China's economic recovery

How a bumper fruit harvest helped China gain ‘cherry freedom’

Cherries were once considered a luxury item in China, but a flood of cheap Chilean imports has tanked prices ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday.

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US-China relations

Trump’s pick of Rubio as top US diplomat leaves Latin America bracing

Long-time outspoken China critic raises concerns in region he might press governments to choose sides between Washington and Beijing.

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US presidential election 2024

Asia-Pacific to see slowing economic growth amid trade tensions: Apec

Protectionism ‘harms economic relations’ among 21 member countries, group’s report says, as unease rises over Donald Trump’s agenda.

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Peruvian President Dina Boluarte waves at the government palace in Lima on November 12, 2024. Peru is hosting this year’s summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, an intergovernmental group that promotes free trade. Photo: Reuters
Americas and the Caribbean

Argentine beef exports hit highest level in more than 5 decades

Data showed that January-to-September beef exports totalled nearly 700,000 metric tons, with nearly 70 per cent bought by Chinese buyers.

Animals

No surgery needed: scientists develop dog neutering jab – and it’s reversible

The procedure, a simple injection, means canine patients don’t have to be sedated or go under the knife.

China trade

Chinese companies navigate challenges in hunt for EV metals in Latin America

Latin American countries, such as Chile, Bolivia, Mexico and Peru, are placing extra scrutiny on overseas investment in their lithium industries.

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Aerial view of brine ponds and processing areas of the lithium mine of the Chilean company SQM in the Atacama Desert, Calama, Chile. Photo: AFP
Tourism

Seas of dunes, stunning starry skies on a visit to driest desert in world

A hiking tour through part of Chile’s Atacama Desert reveals sand dunes as far as the eye can see, some of the world’s best stargazing spots, and some surprising meals – including seafood.

Sandboarding in the Atacama Desert, Chile. A lone adventurer climbs a vast sand dune under the blazing sun, capturing the essence of adventure and natural beauty. Shutterstock
Interest rates

July’s inflation blip will do little to derail US Fed’s September rate cut

The recent easing of price pressures has bolstered Fed officials’ confidence that they can start to lower borrowing costs while refocusing their attention on the labour market.

Venezuela

Venezuela opposition leader Machado is in ‘hiding, fearing for my life’

In Wall Street Journal, Machado wrote: ‘I could be captured as I write these words.’ President Maduro has said she ‘should be behind bars’.

Venezuela

Maduro congratulated by China after claiming victory in contested election

Beijing joined Russia, Cuba, Iran and Nicaragua in lauding the Venezuelan leader; the US and other nations express concerns about the vote’s legitimacy.

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Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro (left) poses with the president of the National Electoral Council, Elvis Amoroso, in Caracas on Monday. Photo: EPA-EFE
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