The "Gasoline Price Surge" skyrocketed fuel prices by up to 60%, prompting discussions on social media about Finance Minister Jorge Quiroz's past defense of companies involved in collusion and illegal activities related to poultry, pharmacies, asphalt, and shipping. Fifteen documented records illustrate his contrary role to free competition, which has directly or indirectly impacted the public.

The Kast administration has authorized IAI, an Israeli state-owned company accused of crimes against humanity, to participate in FIDAE 2026, breaking Chile's established standard of exclusion for firms linked to violations of International Humanitarian Law. International organizations categorize it as part of the economy of genocide in Gaza. Chile is now at odds with Europe and exposes its authorities to international legal risks.

Kast's government receives an average score of 3.6 just weeks into its term, with 55% of respondents expressing critical evaluations. Mara Sedini ranks lowest (3.1), while Iván Poduje leads the cabinet with a score of 3.8. Security issues and communication errors have marked this initial period.

The inclusion of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) breaks with the criteria applied in previous years, strains the coherence of Chile's international policy, and raises legal concerns in light of global criticisms towards the Israeli military industry.

A massive farewell for José "Pepe" Araya took place in Valdivia, where hundreds joined the funeral procession with stops at exFabrika and the memory site "La Mano," culminating in a significant tribute at Parque Catrico. Mayor Carla Amtmann declared three days of communal mourning. He was an essential environmental leader and defender of human rights.

Trinidad Steinert, now Minister of Security, decided as the regional prosecutor not to appeal the acquittal of eight individuals accused of corruption in the "Food Box" case involving officials from the current government, despite having the appeal ready. Her resignation from the Public Ministry two months later to join Kast's administration raised suspicions in Tarapacá.

Chile leads OECD fuel price increases with a 14.2% rise in gasoline, according to GlobalPetrolPrices. International agencies report public discontent and protests following Kast's decision to eliminate Mepco subsidies. Surveys reveal that 60% consider the price hike avoidable, with presidential disapproval reaching 51% just weeks into his administration.

The association condemns abrupt decisions impacting the team, warning of consequences for the continuity of functions and guarantees against recurrence.

Deputy Marisela Santibáñez criticized the government's decision to withdraw the "Cholito Law" regulation, warning that it signals troubling implications for animal welfare and the commitment to a widely supported legal framework.

The latest Country Report examined the various impacts that Chile's native forests are facing, from climate change to wildfires.