Chilean mining guilds express their condolences for the passing of former President Sebastián Piñera

Mining Reporters and Reporte Minero y Energético from Chile extend their sincerest condolences to his family, friends, and all collaborators from his two terms in office.

Former Chilean President Sebastián Piñera tragically lost his life this Tuesday in a helicopter accident over Lake Ranco in southern Chile. It is worth noting that Sebastián Piñera led the country during two terms, from 2010 to 2014 and from 2018 to 2022.

The Chilean government has declared national mourning and announced that a State funeral will be held to honor the memory of the 74-year-old former leader, acknowledging his contribution to the country's development and democracy.

The news has sparked a wave of condolences and tributes from various sectors of society, including prominent guilds and associations. The National Mining Society (SONAMI), through its president Jorge Riesco, has expressed deep sorrow, recalling Piñera's decisive leadership during the rescue of the 33 miners trapped in 2010, an event that marked a milestone in Chile's history and demonstrated the country's capacity for unity and resilience.

From the Association of Mining Industrial Suppliers (APRIMIN), its president Dominique Viera stated that former President Sebastián Piñera "was always committed to dialogue, stability, and the promotion of projects that drove investment, job creation, innovation, and opportunities for everyone."

Meanwhile, the Chilean Mining Chamber, represented by its president Miguel Zauschkevich, has extended condolences to the Piñera family, wishing them "Christian comfort" in these moments of profound sorrow.

In these moments of sadness and deep reflection, Mining Reporters and Reporte Minero y Energético extends its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all collaborators from his two terms in office.