Chile Defense Minister Admits Information Gap on Shield of the Americas Pact

Chilean Defense Minister Fernando Barros responded to a rare joint statement by former presidents Boric and Bachelet questioning the government's decision to join the Shield of the Americas, admitting he lacks full information on the agreement and asking for patience. This marks a notable deviation from standard ministerial confidence, suggesting internal coordination gaps or a politically sensitive deal. The episode underscores domestic political friction over a security initiative with regional implications.