Controversy Surrounds Chile's Vote on Conservative-Influenced Constitution

Chileans are set to vote in a referendum on a new constitution to replace the Pinochet-era text. The proposed rewrite, which is more conservative than the current version, places private property rights and strict rules around immigration and abortion at its center. The first attempt at drafting a new charter, written by a left-wing dominated body, was rejected by voters in 2022. The second attempt, dominated by the right, will be put to a vote on December 17. The outcome will determine whether Chile adopts the proposed constitution or sticks to the current one.