Chilean Election Advances to Second Round
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Al Jazeera, Chile’s presidential election will proceed to a second round between leftist politician and former labor minister Janet Chara and far-right leader José Antonio Kast.
With over 80 percent of votes counted, Chara leads with about 27 percent, while Kast follows closely with nearly 24 percent.
Even though Chara is ahead, she faces a tough challenge as most right-wing candidates have lined up behind Kast. The sharp rise in crime has become the central issue in this election.
chara has pledged to improve living conditions and security through economic reforms and strengthening law enforcement. In contrast, Kast emphasizes strict measures against migrants.
The controversial Chilean economist Franco Prisi,who surprisingly won 19 percent of the vote,has yet to endorse either frontrunner. Analysts say Kast’s chances are stronger heading into the December 14 runoff due to consolidated right-wing support.This election could shape Chile’s political future and influence the balance of power between left- and right-wing forces in the region.
