President José Antonio Kast will deliver his first Public Account address before the full Congress and the nation on Monday, June 1, 2026 [1, 2].
This address serves as the primary mechanism for the president to establish the legislative priorities of his 2026 administration. It marks a critical transition point where the executive branch presents its early successes and outlines a strategic battery of measures across various government sectors [3].
The event will take place in Santiago at the National Congress [2, 4]. Historically, this address occurred on May 21, but the date has been shifted for this cycle [4]. The address is intended to exhibit the advances made during the first few months of the administration [3].
Preparations for the event have led to significant local disruptions. More than 20 schools in Viña del Mar and Valparaíso have suspended classes due to security measures related to the address [5]. These closures were implemented as part of a broader safety protocol.
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Education said the decision was made "considering the security and contingency measures defined by the relevant authorities" [6].
Kast is expected to use the platform to announce specific policy shifts and administrative goals. The address comes at a time when the administration is seeking to solidify its agenda with the legislative body [3].
“President José Antonio Kast will deliver his first Public Account address before the full Congress.”
The shift in the traditional date of the Public Account and the resulting school closures highlight the high security priority surrounding Kast's first major legislative appearance. By using this address to announce a 'battery of measures,' the president is attempting to seize the political initiative early in his term to define the administration's legacy and pressure Congress to adopt his policy framework.
