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President-elect José Antonio Kast is advancing preparations to unveil his cabinet on Tuesday, January 20, with uncertainties in key portfolios like Security and Defense, while facing party pressures for greater representation.

January 14, 2026 Reported by AI

The Partido Nacional Libertario (PNL) has decided not to join the government of president-elect José Antonio Kast, citing that the chosen political design limits their influence in key programmatic areas. Johannes Kaiser, the party's leader, voiced support for security and economic policies but warned they will raise their voice against misguided advances. The party will adopt a stance of independence and oversight from Congress.