Chilean President Kast signs bill to increase Carabineros funding and compensation

President José Antonio Kast has introduced legislation to increase funding for the Carabineros police force, including a monthly stipend of $246,000 CLP and special bonuses. The bill commits $100.394 billion CLP in permanent annual funding, alongside a $111.783 billion CLP equipment investment plan through 2031. This move signals a policy shift toward prioritizing internal security and law enforcement resources.