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Doubts about the strength and effectiveness of the new left-wing government's approach to public order are a key factor in the sharp decline in the ratings of Boric, who took office on March 11. Amid important political changes in Chile, including the drafting of a new constitution, concerns about security are running high.
Impacts
A lack of confidence in the police is fostering the creation of sometimes violent vigilante groups.
Violence in southern Chile will continue to hamper implementation of public policies to address the area’s problems.
Without increased cooperation with Bolivia, the trafficking of undocumented migrants into Chile will continue.
Keywords:
Chile,
LA/C,
politics,
social,
constitution,
crime,
emergency,
ethnic,
government,
immigration,
police,
reform,
security
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