Por crisis de desempleo: trabajadores de call centers piden ley para que servicios a chilenos operen en Chile

Por crisis de desempleo: trabajadores de call centers piden ley para que servicios a chilenos operen en Chile

The labor debate in Chile centers on job protection within the call center sector, where the offshoring of jobs abroad has raised concerns among unions and politicians. The proposed legislative initiative seeks to restrict these operational relocations, arguing that international competition under precarious labor conditions undermines the stability of the domestic market, disproportionately affecting women and young people. Beyond the economic dimension, there is a fundamental concern regarding information security and sovereignty. Union leaders emphasize that relocating operations means that sensitive data belonging to Chilean citizens could fall under foreign jurisdictions, increasing the risks of misuse or unauthorized access. This links the defense of employment with the need to safeguard privacy and the integrity of personal information. This bill is relevant to open data because it questions the transparency and localization of public and private data. By keeping information within national territory, it reinforces the principle that data should not be treated as an exportable commodity without proper controls, ensuring that access to and handling of information comply with local regulations and protect citizens’ rights against the outsourcing of services.

Source: diarioelcentro.cl
Published on 2026-10-10