Chile-Argentina tensions rise over Punta Arenas-Malvinas shipping route

Chilean cargo ship Danstar is set to open a new route between Punta Arenas and the Malvinas/Falkland Islands in December, straining relations with Argentina. Argentine Foreign Minister Quirno requested a permit, while Chilean counterpart Pérez Mackenna asserted the right to free navigation, rejecting the need for permission. The move challenges Argentina's sovereignty claim over the islands and could escalate diplomatic friction.

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