Ignacio Fernández, General Director of ProChile, is one of the central figures leading Chile’s international expansion strategy and promoting its transformation into a global player in innovation, technology, and services. With a long career in foreign trade and economic diplomacy, Fernández has been instrumental in forging the country’s new positioning beyond its traditional exports of copper, wine, and fruit — showcasing Chile as a reliable and innovative partner for markets seeking technological and sustainable solutions.
In this exclusive conversation with LatinGulf.ae, Fernández reflects on Chile’s growing role as an exporter of knowledge and innovation, explains the country’s participation in the Innovation Summit Chile–Dubai 2025, and outlines how the UAE and Gulf region represent the next frontier for Chilean talent, entrepreneurship, and investment.
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