Chilean Senate offices raided in Junaeb corruption probe; ECLAC cuts 2026 growth forecast to 1.6%

Chilean authorities executed raids on Senate offices as part of an ongoing investigation into bribery allegations involving the National Board of School Aid and Scholarships (Junaeb). Concurrently, ECLAC downgraded Chile's 2026 economic growth projection to 1.6%, reflecting persistent structural headwinds. The health data regarding influenza mortality remains a secondary concern, highlighting ongoing public health challenges.