The future of lithium in Chile, and one of the most contentious economic agreements in recent years, is currently in limbo. Despite the recent approval from the Chinese antitrust regulator, the alliance between Codelco and SQM cannot proceed until the General Comptroller of the Republic thoroughly reviews the contracts, amounts, and terms under which the exploitation of the Salar de Atacama is set to be extended for decades. The decision from the Comptroller could entirely reshape the National Lithium Strategy and set a precedent.

"We are one step closer to this initiative becoming law," emphasized the Ministry of Social Development following the senators' vote in Valparaíso. The project now moves to the Chamber of Deputies for its third and final legislative review.

Legal professionals have warned that actions ordered by President Donald Trump violate nearly a dozen treaties and international principles, including the OAS Charter itself. They called for an urgent meeting of foreign ministers, stating: "The leaders of the member countries have the duty to demand peace from the unilaterally aggressive government, namely the United States."

Education Minister Nicolás Cataldo emphasized that the project addresses a key structural aspect of gender inequality related to unpaid caregiving. He also highlighted that advancing the bill was crucial to ensure educational pathways within a care agenda for higher education, stating that "more women in education means more women in the workforce, which helps close gaps that widened during the pandemic."

"Those who wielded power illegitimately must take responsibility," stated the elected representative upon arriving at the courts. According to the estimated timelines for the case, the verdict is expected to be announced on January 9, 2026.

The government has made a crucial decision in response to a very complex situation, generating a viable solution through constitutional measures. The San Antonio settlement is not just any settlement, and an eviction without a comprehensive plan could lead to a humanitarian crisis, stated Housing Minister Carlos Montes.

Jeannette Jara has unveiled proposals drawn from other candidates focused on strategies to reduce debt, adding to her existing program.

After five months of classes, the Estadio Víctor Jara Memory Site hosted the closing of the third cycle of textile workshops featuring burlap and Mapuche weaving, driven by the VJ Foundation, with the exhibition "Creative Hands," showcasing the work accomplished by participants in both courses.

The Observatory starts from a fundamental premise: territories are not static surfaces or mere administrative supports, but living systems made up of relational frameworks that intertwine social, environmental, political, cultural, technological, and economic dimensions in constant transformation, noted academic Juan Martínez Barajas, one of the initiative's advocates.

The concert is set for Friday, December 19, at the iconic Honesto Mike, located at Av. Vitacura 4607, starting at 9:00 PM. This event promises a night rich in musical and lyrical depth, combining poetic rock, social critique, and bohemian spirit, with a stellar performance by Miguel Hiza from Los Parkinson, who will perform his well-known hits alongside Redolés.