How Chile confirms the global phenomenon of the rise of right in 2025

In 2025, right-wing politics surged globally, from Europe to Latin America. Europe’s AfD in Germany, Reform UK, France’s National Rally, and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni-led government outperformed traditional parties, reflecting growing anti-immigrant sentiment, economic concerns, and distrust of institutions. In Latin America, leaders like Argentina’s Javier Milei, Bolivia’s Rodrigo Paz, and Chile’s José Antonio Kast signal a shift from leftist “pink tide” politics. Kast’s election marks the most right-wing presidency in Chile since Pinochet. Factors driving this trend include migration debates, economic uncertainty, and a politically engaged younger generation. The rise of the right is a global, structural phenomenon shaping 2026.