World IN BRIEF : CHILE : Leader Celebrates Year of Democracy
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Chile marked the first anniversary of its return to civilian rule as President Patricio Aylwin called the transition from the 16 1/2-year regime of Gen. Augusto Pinochet a success. “Democracy is consolidating firmly in Chile, and the military is now dedicated only to its professional functions,” Aylwin said in Santiago. He said problems remain, including poverty and “making justice where possible” for human rights violations during the Pinochet years.
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