Chile Treasury faces $38B compensation for prison overcrowding by 2026

Chile's Treasury may pay up to $38 billion in 2026 for overcrowding in concession prisons, a sharp increase from 2025, based on official reports and contractual formulas. The Ministry of Justice admits the system has no immediate solution, reigniting debate over the private prison model. The figure is an estimate, not a confirmed payment, and depends on ongoing conditions.