Abortion and euthanasia at the forefront of Chilean politics
The Chilean government presented bills to legalize free abortion up to 14 weeks and to reactivate the debate on euthanasia, generating strong rejection from the political opposition and religious leaders. Both initiatives are part of Gabriel Boric's presidential program for the 2025 elections.
Editorial Staff Omnes
June 9, 2025
In the first week of June, the government of President Gabriel Boric sent to the Chilean Congress a bill for free abortion -without grounds- up to the 14th week of pregnancy. pregnancy. The presidents of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate -both from the opposition- declared that it is not their intention to put them on the political agenda.
In addition, 20 opposition senators signed a letter rejecting the bill and other members of the government coalition have expressed their opposition.
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