Students protest against new education policies and budget cuts in Chile

Students marched in Santiago protesting proposed education funding cuts by President José Antonio Kast's government, reflecting domestic opposition to the budget proposal. Prolonged demonstrations could elevate political risk and weigh on investor sentiment in Chile, but immediate market effects are likely minimal.

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Students marched in Santiago protesting proposed education funding cuts by President José Antonio Kast's government, reflecting domestic opposition to the budget proposal. Prolonged demonstrations could elevate political risk and weigh on investor sentiment in Chile, but immediate market effects are likely minimal.