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2001 in Chile

Explore 3 historical events and records for Chile in 2001.

Historical records for Chile in 2001

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Health Waiting List Initiative

Bachelet Jeria, Michelle · Santiago · Minister of Health · Government / Government of Chile

As health minister, Michelle Bachelet promoted measures intended to shorten waiting lists in the public health system. Service delivery and access became visible priorities of her ministry.

Portrait in Sepia English Edition

Allende, Isabel · Arts / Literature

An English translation of Portrait in Sepia expanded the readership for Allende's family saga.

Unemployment Insurance Legislation

Lagos Escobar, Ricardo · Santiago · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

President Ricardo Lagos's government enacted a new unemployment insurance framework for formal-sector workers. The system introduced individual savings accounts and collective protection against job loss.

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