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Chile president Piñera faces impeachment after Pandora papers leak
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| Contributor | IndyGeorgia |
| Last Edited | IndyGeorgia Oct 13, 2021 02:47pm |
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| Author | John Bartlett |
| News Date | Wednesday, October 13, 2021 07:50:00 PM UTC0:0 |
| Description | Opposition politicians have launched impeachment proceedings against Chile’s president, Sebastián Piñera, over possible irregularities in the sale of a mining company, after new details about the deal were revealed in the Pandora papers.
Lawmakers cited an “ethical duty” to hold the president accountable for the alleged irregularities in his involvement in the controversial Dominga project.
Earlier this month Chile’s public prosecutor’s office said that it would open an investigation into possible bribery-related corruption charges and tax violations linked to the sale, which was completed in the British Virgin Islands.
The move is the latest blow for centre-right Piñera as he approaches the end of a turbulent four-year term. Presidential and legislative elections are due in November, with polls suggesting leftwing candidates are likely to gain ground. |
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