Constitution of Chile
The government declares approval of a new constitution in a plebiscite conducted without normal electoral registers.
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1980 in Chile
Explore 4 historical events and records for Chile in 1980.
Historical records for Chile in 1980
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September
Constitutional Plebiscite
Holds a plebiscite approving a new constitution without established democratic electoral safeguards.
December
Higher Education Restructuring
Begins reforms permitting new private higher-education institutions and restructuring the university system.
Other events (month unknown)
Private Pension System
Establishes a new individual-capitalization pension system through Decree Law 3,500.
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