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2002 in Chile

Explore 3 historical events and records for Chile in 2002.

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Historical records for Chile in 2002

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November

18 November 2002

European Union Association Agreement

Lagos Escobar, Ricardo Froilan · Brussels · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

Signs the association agreement linking Chile with the European Community and its member states.

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2002

City of the Beasts

Allende, Isabel · Arts / Literature

Allende published City of the Beasts, launching an adventure trilogy for young readers.

2002

Defense Minister Appointment

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

Michelle Bachelet became Chile's minister of national defense under President Ricardo Lagos. She was the first woman in Latin America to hold that portfolio.

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