Tag: Fernando Barros

• Tuesday, September 29th 2026 - 09:02 UTC

  Chile's defence minister backs trade between Punta Arenas and the Falklands

  

  Chile's Defence Minister Fernando Barros Tocornal has backed the development of commercial activity between the Magallanes region and the Falklands, saying his country's support for Argentina's sovereignty claim does not imply restrictions on trade with the archipelago. He made the remarks in an interview with Radio Polar in Punta Arenas during a visit to the region on September 24 and 25.

• Monday, April 13th 2026 - 10:39 UTC

  United Kingdom highlights close relationship with Chile in defense and security

  

  Chilean Defense Minister Fernando Barros inaugurates the United Kingdom pavilion alongside Ambassador David Concar, Mark Jackson of the RAF, and Navy Captain Jason White