Chile’s Minister for Women and Gender Equality, Antonia Orellana, expressed concern about the Republican Party’s plan to repeal the country’s abortion law if they obtain a majority in the National Congress. In an interview, she highlighted the rights of sexual and reproductive health and the necessity for their defense. The Minister has started discussions with […]
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