José Antonio Kast
Profile
José Antonio Kast is a Chilean lawyer and politician serving as the 38th President of Chile since 2026. A former member of the Chamber of Deputies from 2002 to 2018, he founded the Republican Party in 2019 after leaving the Independent Democratic Union. Known for his conservative, populist, and right-wing political stances, his administration focuses on deregulation, tax reduction, and strict border enforcement. He previously ran for president in 2017 and 2021 before winning the 2025 election.
Details
- Born
- January 18, 1966 · 60 years old
- Birth place
- Santiago, Chile
- Education
- Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
- Career
- Lawyer, law professor, real estate executive
