| Area Total | 756,102 sqkm |
| Climate | temperate; desert in north; Mediterranean in central region; cool and damp in south |
| Natural Resources | copper, timber, iron ore, nitrates, precious metals, molybdenum, hydropower |
| Imports | $61.31 billion (2017 est.)partners: China 23.9%, US 18.1%, Brazil 8.6%, Argentina 4.5%, Germany 4% (2017) |
| Exports | $69.23 billion (2017 est.)partners: China 27.5%, US 14.5%, Japan 9.3%, South Korea.6.2%, Brazil 5% (2017) |
| Government | presidential republic |
| Capital | Santiago |
| Population | 17.9 million (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | white and non-indigenous 88.9%, Mapuche9.1%, Aymara0.7%, other indigenous groups 1%, unspecified 0.3% (2012 est.) |
| Language | Spanish 99.5% (official), English 10.2%, indigenous 1%, other 2.3%, unspecified 0.2%1 (2012 est.) |
News about Chile
- Snow Forecast for Seven Chilean Regions, Including Santiagoby Web Desk on June 12, 2025
Heavy rain, strong winds, and snowfall expected as new frontal system approaches SANTIAGO — Chile’s central and southern regions are preparing for a powerful frontal system bringing wind, rain, and snow over the coming days, [...] The post Snow Forecast for Seven Chilean Regions, Including Santiago appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- Universidad de Chile Eliminated by Curicó Unido in Copa Chile Upsetby Web Desk on June 12, 2025
Curicó Unido advances to quarterfinals after dramatic second-leg draw SANTIAGO — Defending champions Universidad de Chile have been eliminated from the Copa Chile Coca Cola Sin Azúcar 2025 after a 2-2 draw against Curicó Unido [...] The post Universidad de Chile Eliminated by Curicó Unido in Copa Chile Upset appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- Chile’s Municipalities, Senapred Meet Ahead of Storm Forecastby Web Desk on June 11, 2025
SANTIAGO, Chile — As Chile prepares for an approaching winter storm system, the Association of Municipalities of Chile (Amuch) held a high-level coordination meeting with the National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapred) to strengthen [...] The post Chile’s Municipalities, Senapred Meet Ahead of Storm Forecast appeared first on The […]
- Brian Wilson, Legendary Beach Boys Co-Founder, Dies at 82by Web Desk on June 11, 2025
LOS ANGELES — Brian Wilson, the legendary musician, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, his family announced. “We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian [...] The post Brian Wilson, Legendary Beach Boys Co-Founder, Dies at 82 appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- Chile and Norway Deepen Antarctic Cooperation with New Agreementby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
Chile and Norway signed a memorandum of understanding on Antarctic cooperation Monday, reinforcing their shared commitment to peace, science, and environmental protection in the region. The agreement, signed by Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren [...] The post Chile and Norway Deepen Antarctic Cooperation with New Agreement appeared first on The […]
- Full Moon in June 2025: Date, Meaning, and What’s Ahead in the Night Skyby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
The full moon in June 2025 will occur on Wednesday, June 11, and will be visible in most regions depending on local moonrise and moonset times. Known as the Strawberry Moon, this lunar event is [...] The post Full Moon in June 2025: Date, Meaning, and What’s Ahead in the Night Sky appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- Japan Tops Global Waste Index 2025; U.S., Israel, and Chile Rank as Worst Pollutersby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
Japan has emerged as the world leader in waste management, while Israel, Chile, and the United States rank among the worst-performing countries, according to the Global Waste Index 2025 released by Slovak-based waste technology company [...] The post Japan Tops Global Waste Index 2025; U.S., Israel, and Chile Rank as Worst Polluters appeared first on The […]
- South Korean Model and Actor Kim Jong Suk Dies at 29, Family Urges Respect Amid Speculationby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
South Korean model and television personality Kim Jong Suk has died at the age of 29, his family confirmed on June 6. The news has shocked fans and colleagues across the country’s entertainment industry, where [...] The post South Korean Model and Actor Kim Jong Suk Dies at 29, Family Urges Respect Amid Speculation appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- On May 22, 1960: Chile Struck by the Most Powerful Earthquake Ever Recordedby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
SANTIAGO — On May 22, 1960, at 3:11 p.m. local time, a massive earthquake struck off the coast of southern Chile, registering a magnitude of 9.5 — the strongest ever instrumentally recorded. The quake devastated [...] The post On May 22, 1960: Chile Struck by the Most Powerful Earthquake Ever Recorded appeared first on The Santiago Times.
- Barros Luco Day: Honoring Chile’s Presidential Sandwich Traditionby Web Desk on June 9, 2025
SANTIAGO — Every June 9, Chileans celebrate Día del Barros Luco, paying tribute to a sandwich that has earned its place as a national culinary icon. Named after President Ramón Barros Luco, the simple yet [...] The post Barros Luco Day: Honoring Chile’s Presidential Sandwich Tradition appeared first on The Santiago Times.


