Chile news: Colun plant explosion and UN political activity

Various regional reports from Chile highlight several incidents and political developments. In La Unión, an explosion at a Colun plant resulted in one person being injured. In Iquique, road damage on La Tirana Avenue has created hazardous driving conditions following a storm a month ago.

On the international stage, Donald Trump is attending the United Nations with a focus on Iran, ahead of a visit by Xi Jinping. Chilean politician José Antonio Kast is scheduled to deliver his first speech before the United Nations General Assembly. Additionally, former Foreign Minister Michelle Bachelet's representatives have accused the United States of denying her an audience regarding her candidacy.

In public health, reports indicate that many patients hospitalized for respiratory issues lack necessary vaccine doses, while an operation is underway to reduce medical waiting lists by more than 1,500 patients.