Daniela León

The National Economic Prosecutor’s Office (FNE) approved in Phase 1 and with mitigation measures the agreement between Corporación Nacional del Cobre de Chile (“Codelco”) and Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (“SQM”) to form a joint venture for the exploitation and commercialization of lithium in the Salar de Atacama.

Recently, it was announced the closing of the purchase of the Open Plaza Kennedy shopping center by Parque Arauco. According to a statement published by Parque Arauco, the transaction would have included “the property where the shopping center is located, the personal property necessary for its operation and the lease agreements”, which suggests that it was an asset purchase.

In the casino collusion case: TDLC revokes judicial authorization required by Enjoy for the change of control of Casino Rinconada.

It is essential for economic agents planning mergers in Chile to be clear about the mandatory notification thresholds established by the authority, since knowing them and applying them correctly ensures regulatory compliance and prevents possible contingencies.

The TDLC sentenced the ANFP to pay 23,000 UF to Deportes Melipilla for consequential damages after restriction of free competition in the incorporation fee.