Wednesday 13 May, 2026
On Sunday, 16 November 2025, Chile will hold presidential elections for the 2026–2030 term.
In the last few years, Chile has managed to become one of the leading countries in digitalization in Latin America. This has been possible partly because of a sustained investment policy by the telecommunications sector, which has enabled it to provide 4G coverage to 98% of the population and surpass 23 million mobile internet connections. Over 6 million of these connections are 5G, making Chile a leading country in 5G deployment in the region.
To maintain and further these achievements, it is essential for the government to recognize the telecommunications sector as an essential service provider, a pillar of any national development strategy, whose sustainability and investment capacity are fundamental to the country’s economic and social progress. Mobile connectivity, in particular, is the most effective tool for democratizing access to the opportunities of the digital world. Its ripple effect has an impact on productivity, economic development, social inclusion, education, healthcare, financial inclusion and sustainability, to name a few.
The GSMA —a global association representing mobile operators and companies in the digital ecosystem— outlines its vision on how to expand and consolidate an enabling environment for Chile to stay at the forefront of digitalization. In this context, decision makers are encouraged to consider the regulatory framework and current situation of the telecommunications market, with the purpose of promoting public policies that enable a financially sustainable industry, capable of developing and strengthening the infrastructure needed for progress.
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