"We Don't Accept Impositions…" Chile's Boric Slams US Visa Revocation As “Arbitrary” | VERTEX

Chile’s president, Gabriel Boric, described the revocation of visas for three officials from his country announced by the United States Department of State as an 'arbitrary, unilateral and surprising' measure, speaking from Easter Island in the Valparaiso region on Friday. Boric also reported that the Chilean top diplomat summoned the US ambassador to request explanations. Moreover, Boric noted that his government will prioritise "the interests of Chile, of Chilean men and women above any other consideration of any other country." In the document, the US authority stated that the sanctioned officials "directed, authorised, financed, provided significant support and/or carried out activities that compromised critical telecommunications infrastructure and undermined regional security in our hemisphere." The minister of Transport and Telecommunications, Juan Carlos Munoz, confirmed the cancellation of his visa and that of his immediate family members in statements to the press. The US actions were reportedly due to the support of the Boric government for the Chile-China Express (CCE) submarine cable project, which aims to directly connect Valparaiso with Hong Kong. This issue has been viewed with suspicion in Washington due to its geopolitical implications. #chile #usimmigration #trump _______________________________ Welcome to VERTEX – Your Hub for Global Politics, Geopolitics & International News VERTEX brings you in-depth analysis, breaking updates, and expert insights on the world’s most critical political and geopolitical developments. From the Ukraine war, Middle East conflicts, and US & UK political dynamics to evolving global alliances and policy shifts, we explore not just what is happening, but why it matters. Our content features expert explainers that break down complex issues, exclusive interviews with analysts, diplomats, and policy experts. Timely crisis updates and policy breakdowns that reveal the strategies behind the headlines. We also provide geopolitical deep-dives on global conflicts, international relations, and shifting power dynamics. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, Vertex helps you navigate global politics with clarity, context, and perspective. Find us on YouTube at Vertex, Vertex News, Vertex Live, Vertex News Live, Vertex Live News, Vertex News Today for the latest international updates, world news, and geopolitical news. Subscribe now and hit the bell icon to get daily updates on geopolitics, global affairs, and international news, directly from experts and reliable sources. #Vertex #GlobalPolitics #Geopolitics #InternationalNews #UkraineWar #MiddleEastConflict #USPolitics #WorldNews