Arica

Arica y Parinacota is a region in northern Chile that borders both Peru and Bolivia. The region's highlands serve as a migration route into Chile. It is newsworthy due to recent actions taken by Chile's newly elected President, José Antonio Kast, to address irregular immigration. Kast, drawing inspiration from Donald Trump, has initiated the construction of a border barrier, specifically a trench, along the Chile-Peru border. This action, taken within days of assuming office, aims to curb irregular migration into Chile. The move has sparked debate and uncertainty among residents of the Arica y Parinacota region, as it signifies a potentially significant shift in immigration policy and border control measures in the area.