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Chile Defies U.S. Visa Sanctions Over Submarine Cable Project

2/28/2026

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The U.S. State Department revoked visas for three Chilean officials over Chile's $500 million submarine cable linking Valparaíso to Hong Kong, backed by Chinese firms.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric condemned the sanctions, saying Chile will not yield to U.S. pressure and will evaluate the project on its merits.
Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren rejected U.S. security claims, stressing Chile's sovereignty and good relations with the United States and China.

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The U.S. State Department revoked visas for three Chilean officials over Chile's $500 million submarine cable linking Valparaíso to Hong Kong, backed by Chinese firms.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric condemned the sanctions, saying Chile will not yield to U.S. pressure and will evaluate the project on its merits.
Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren rejected U.S. security claims, stressing Chile's sovereignty and good relations with the United States and China.