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1996 in Chile

Explore 5 historical events and records for Chile in 1996.

Historical records for Chile in 1996

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June

Mercosur Association

Frei Ruiz-Tagle, Eduardo ยท San Luis ยท President of Chile ยท Government / Government of Chile

Signs an agreement making Chile an associate member of Mercosur.

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Calan Tololo Supernova Calibration

Hamuy, Mario ยท Calan Tololo Supernova Survey ยท Astronomer ยท Science / Astronomy

Hamuy helps calibrate nearby Type Ia supernova light curves, strengthening their use as standardized candles for later measurements of cosmic acceleration.

Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement

Frei Ruiz-Tagle, Eduardo ยท Ottawa ยท President of Chile ยท Government / Government of Chile

Signs a free trade agreement with Canada as Chile deepens its strategy of international economic integration.

Defense Studies Development

Bachelet Jeria, Michelle ยท Santiago ยท Government / Government of Chile

Michelle Bachelet pursued advanced studies on defense and strategic affairs during the democratic period. This unusual background for a medical professional later contributed to her appointment in the defense ministry.

Isabel Allende Foundation Launch

Allende, Isabel ยท Arts / Literature

Allende established a foundation in memory of her daughter Paula to support women and girls.

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