Recent institutional developments have reshaped Chile’s public and private security framework. In the second half of 2025, the Government introduced major reforms aimed at strengthening public safety and improving coordination between public and private security actors.

One of the most significant developments was the creation of the Ministry of Public Security, a new government body dedicated exclusively to safeguarding public safety and public order, promoting crime prevention, and protecting people. The ministry is responsible for strategic management of public safety information, oversight of public security forces, crime prevention strategies, and the development of policies and regulations related to private security.

In parallel, Chile implemented a new Private Security Law (Law No. 21,659), which establishes a modern legal framework for private security operations in the country. The law aims to strengthen coordination between public and private security actors, enhance training requirements for security personnel, and improve oversight of private security companies.