Chile's President Gabriel Kast faced intense opposition from labour unions and student groups as he delivered his first State of the Nation address. The protests, which took place outside the presidential palace in Santiago, marked a dramatic start to Kast's presidency, with demonstrators demanding greater economic equality and improved living conditions. Kast's administration has already faced criticism for its conservative policies, which many see as a departure from the more progressive stance of his predecessor. As the country grapples with rising inflation and social unrest, the president's ability to balance economic growth with social justice will be closely watched in the coming months.
Labour unions and student groups protested in Chile as President Kast delivered his first State of the Nation.
