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Chilean Scorecard

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Chile is a long, narrow country stretching along the western edge of South America, known for its dramatic landscapes that include the Andes, the Atacama Desert, and a rugged coastline. It has a population of 19.7 million, a population growth rate of 0.54%, and a median age of 35.97 years.

Its history features a blend of indigenous cultures and Spanish colonization, which laid the foundations for its modern society.

Today, Chile is recognized for its stable economy, vibrant cultural scene, and a strong emphasis on education and innovation amid diverse natural settings.

Its capital city is Santiago.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Chile improved by 6.1% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Chile worsened by 0.5% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Chile improved by 43.3% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Chile worsened by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Chile improved by 8.5% from 2020 to 2022

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Chile improved by 2.5% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Chile worsened by 5.1% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Chile improved by 6.9% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Chile improved by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Chile improved by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023

PISA Scores (Reading) in Chile worsened by 0.9% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Chile worsened by 1.2% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) showed no change from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Chile worsened by 1.5% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Chile improved by 24.4% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Chile improved by 31.4% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Chile improved by 7.7% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Chile worsened by 9.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Chile improved by 4.2% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Chile improved by 6.9% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Chile worsened by 2.4% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Chile worsened by 9.4% from 2020 to 2021