Chilean presidentialism: evolution of its powers and constitutional reform proposals

Authors

  • Pablo Ruiz-Tagle Vial Universidad de Chile

Abstract

A general view of Chilean Presidential structure and of its political system is the subject matter of this work. The Presidential exclusive initiative on certain legislative matters is explained. It also reviews the evolution of the power acquired vis a vis by the President, Congress, Judiciary and other Autonomous constitutional entities. Furthermore, several constitutional reforms for Chile are hereby proposed at a central, regional and local level.

Keywords:

Sistema presidencial, Poder del Presidente, Poder del Congreso, Poder de la judicatura, Poder de órganos constitucionales autónomos