Chile's right-wing parties grapple with internal division and election challenges

Commentators note that right-wing forces in Chile are fragmented, with liberal, conservative, hard‑line and moderate factions disputing strategy and leadership, undermining their ability to present a unified front.

Critics argue the right’s focus on tough crime policies and anti‑narcotics rhetoric fails to address broader economic and social concerns, and point to past right‑wing governments marked by corruption and ineffective governance.

The disunity is seen as influencing voter perception ahead of upcoming elections, with the right needing to demonstrate improvements in security and the economy to retain support, while regional examples from Peru and Colombia illustrate similar challenges.