Chile and Dominican Republic leaders promote digital transformation

Government leaders in Chile and the Dominican Republic are emphasizing the importance of digital transformation to improve public services and national productivity.

In Chile, President José Antonio Kast proposed a goal of achieving 80% interoperability among state data systems. Speaking at the XIV Summit País Digital, Kast noted that while the country possesses high-quality infrastructure, it lacks the necessary data integration to streamline citizen procedures. He highlighted the 'Clave Única' digital identity system, which currently serves 16 million users, and advocated for using artificial intelligence to reduce bureaucracy and increase administrative efficiency.

In the Dominican Republic, Minister of the Presidency José Ignacio Paliza addressed the Innovation Day Ericsson República Dominicana 2026. Paliza stated that the primary challenge of digital transformation is ensuring technology translates into concrete solutions for citizens. He emphasized that innovation, artificial intelligence, and connectivity must be used to simplify procedures, strengthen small businesses, and improve essential services such as emergency response, security, and urban management.