Chilean Government Spending Surges 11.8% in Early 2025
The Chilean Budget Office (Dipres) released its first public sector budget execution report for 2025, revealing a significant 11.8% increase...
March 4, 2025Section
Chile News in English
Chile news in English from The Rio Times — Santiago politics, economy, copper markets and culture.
Chile’s Economic Activity Surpasses Forecasts for Fourth Consecutive Month
Chile’s economic activity exceeded expectations in January 2025, marking the fourth straight month of growth and the longest streak of...
March 3, 2025
Chile’s Job Market Improves Slightly, Women and Regions Face Challenges
Chile’s unemployment rate dropped to 8.0% between November 2024 and January 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE)....
March 1, 2025
Massive Blackout Leaves 98% of Chile Without Power, Halts Daily Life and Key Events
A nationwide blackout on Tuesday plunged 98% of Chile's population into darkness disrupting daily life transportation. Analysis from The Rio...
February 26, 2025
Chile’s Falling Birth Rate Reshapes Healthcare, Education, and Housing Markets
Chile’s birth rate has reached alarmingly low levels sparking widespread changes across healthcare education housing. Analysis from The Rio Times.
February 24, 2025
Chile’s Tourism Surge: A Magnet for Uruguayans and Argentines in 2024
Chile experienced a landmark year for tourism in 2024 welcoming 5 239 233 foreign visitors—a 40% increase from. Coverage and...
February 23, 2025
FlixBus Targets Latin America’s Bus Boom with Bold Expansion
The German transport giant FlixBus expands into Peru, its fourth Latin American market, as announced by CEO André Schwämmlein on...
February 20, 2025
Anglo and Codelco Team Up to Boost Copper Output in Chile
Anglo American Plc and Chile’s state-owned Codelco signed a deal on February 20 2025 to increase copper production. Analysis from...
February 20, 2025
Chile’s Yelcho Antarctic Base Marks 63 Years as a Hub for Polar Research
The Chilean Antarctic base Yelcho managed by the Chilean Antarctic Institute (INACH) celebrated its 63rd anniversary. Analysis from The Rio...
February 19, 2025