Event Summary
For several years, different civil society organizations advocated for Chile’s accession to the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI). However, it was not until late 2023 that the Chilean Copper Commission (Cochilco) was formally designated by the Government as the Technical Secretariat responsible for coordinating the application process. Following this step and the Government’s commitment to join the initiative, around 30 civil society organizations self-organized into a working group to align objectives and coordinate their participation.
On 16 December 2024, under Cochilco’s leadership, the Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) was officially established, bringing together representatives from government, civil society, and the mining industry. Its mandate included drafting operating bylaws and developing the Work Plan required for Chile’s EITI application. As a result, on 19 August 2025, the Government of Chile formally submitted its candidacy to the EITI.
As a result, on 19 August 2025, the Government of Chile formally submitted its candidacy to the EITI. This milestone represents a significant step toward transparency and accountability in strategic sectors such as copper and lithium, through a tripartite dialogue mechanism. Approval of the application is expected to consolidate this multi-stakeholder process and strengthen governance in the extractive industries.