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Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan

SANTIAGO, April 16 - The government of Chile's new President Jose Antonio Kast carried out its first deportation flight on Thursday, authorities said, fulfilling a campaign pledge to tighten immigration controls.

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The Straits TimesApr 16, 2026, 6:43 PM

Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan

SANTIAGO, April 16 - The government of Chile's new President Jose Antonio Kast carried out its first deportation flight on Thursday, authorities said, fulfilling a campaign pledge to tighten immigration controls.

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