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CHILE Its Land, People and Business Opportunities

¿WHY CHILE? BECAUSE ITS A GENIUINE AND TRUSTWORTHY COUNTRY Chile is a democracy with an open and stable economic model, which has remained one of the most competitive economies in the region. Its solid institutional framework, the strength and transparency of its public institutions, infrastructure, and efficient and sophisticated financial market, have led to becoming the first South American country to be a member of Organization for Economic Cooperation and the Development (OECD ). Today, the country ranks 22 among 176 countries in the " Index 2013 Corruption Perception " published by Transparency International, being a leader in Latin America .

¿WHY CHILE? BECAUSE AN OPEN COUNTRY CONNECTED WITH THE WORLD The stunning and distinct geography of the country has shaped the character of its people, challenging them to dominate and to establish links with the world. Currently, Chile has the largest network of existing Free Trade Agreements. 24 Trade Agreements with 62 countries , and others in the process of negotiation, give him privileged access to a market of over 4,439 million inhabitants. Despite the geographical distances, Chile is a leader in the development of information technology and communications in Latin America , as per the ranking of Connectivity Scorecard 2013. Likewise, its infrastructure of roads, ports and airports are among the most advanced in the region.

EXPLORING CHILE AND ITS RICH DIVERSITY NORTHERN ZONE Large temperature swings are the way of life in the north. This place is known for its vast mineral wealth , which has attracted the largest companies in the sector by encouraging the development of CODELCO, the state company that to date is the largest producer of copper worldwide. This area is also known internationally for its clear skies, as their lack of clouds and the distant light pollution have become the world capital of astronomy . Climatic conditions have favored the development of Unconventional Renewable Energies , such as solar, wind and geothermal exploration; well lead to a unique phenomenon in the world, the flowering desert.

EXPLORING CHILE AND ITS RICH DIVERSITY CENTRAL ZONE The pace of big cities and the quiet countryside combine in this place of Mediterranean characteristics, which has settled the largest number of inhabitants. The business sector is mainly concentrated in Santiago, the capital; in the port of Valparaiso and Concepción. Just minutes from these extensive valleys, by the combination of natural barriers, climatic characteristics and soil quality, have been occupied by horticultural and wine producers are located. The latter have placed the country among the eight largest wine producers in the world.

EXPLORING CHILE AND ITS RICH DIVERSITY ZONA SUR This is the area of ​sea and lakes; lush forests and steppe; ancient ice and volcanoes; leads to important fisheries, livestock, forest, and mineral waters with high added value. In this naturally protected environment, thrives the dairy industry which exports products like milk, cheese and butter, to name a few, and also is prevalent the salmon industry, which in 2013 exported about $ 3,600 million . Weather conditions and soil quality, have favored the sustainable cultivation of forests for wood industry to contribute to the country nearly 3% of GDP.

ECONOMY AND FOREIGN TRADE A COUNTRY OPEN TO THE WORLD: 24 Trade agreements with 62 countries. 63% 85% Of the global Of global population GDP 93,8% Agreements in force Of our export markets Agreemts signed Vietnam Central américa Australia Japan EFTA Venezuela Malaysia México Perú India South Korea Bolivia Turkey Cuba P-4 United States Canadá Colombia Ecuador Mercosur Panamá China European Union Thailand Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con datos de DIRECON.

EXPORT OF GOODS US$ MM Cobre Bienes sin Cobre In 2013, the total Chilean exports reached 90.000 US$ 76.684 millones. 80.000 70.000 36.768 Non-Copper 60.000 35.978 36.526 Goods Copper 29.748 48% 52% 50.000 25.768 40.000 30.000 44.670 41.987 41.361 20.000 40.158 Exports 2013: 29.695 • US$ 40.158 million in Copper 10.000 • US$ 36.526 million in goods without copper - 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile.

EXPORT OF GOODS* Export of goods have grown significantly in the last decade. Supported by an active policy of US$ MM trade liberalization, which has facilitated 40.000 access of Chilean products to international 36,768 36,526 35,978 markets. 35.000 32,755 29,748 29,358 30.000 25,768 25,311 25.000 22,051 20.000 17,629 15.000 13,656 10.000 5.000 0 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 * Doesn ´ t include neither Copper nor services Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile.

Exports of Goods* Vinos Minerales In 2013, the exports of non-Copper goods Productos del Mar Industria Forestal US$ MM reached US$ 36.526 millons, recording a Productos Agropecuarios Manufacturas growth of 2% in comparision to 2012. 40.000 35.000 Wine 5% 30.000 Minerals 12% Manufacturing 25.000 27% 20.000 Sea Products 15.000 14% 10.000 5.000 Forestry Agro products Industry 26% 16% - 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 * Doesn ´ t include neither Copper nor services. Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile.

EXPORT OF GOODS* Growth in export of goods, has been driven by high value-added sectors such as the Forestry Industry and Agricultural Products, Sea Food and Wine. 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 US$ MM 12.000 10.000 8.000 6.000 4.000 2.000 - Manufacturas Productos Industria Forestal Productos Minerales Vinos Agropecuarios del Mar * Doesn ´ t include neither Copper nor services. Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile.

EXPORT OF GOODS* Latin America** In 2013, Chilean exports of goods totaled US $ 36,526 million. Latin America accounted for 30% of these shipments, with Latin America amount of $ 11,081 million. 30% Chilean Exports to Latin America US$ MM 14.000 11,453 12.000 11,164 11,167 11,081 Rest of the World 9,371 10.000 9,120 70% 8,099 8.000 6.000 4.000 2.000 - 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 * Doesn ´ t include neither copper nor services ** Geoesquema ECLAC. Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile.

EXPORTS OF SERVICES US$ MM In 2013, exports of services totaled U.S. $ 14.000 13,105 12,787 million, an increase of 3% compared to 12,787 12,456 2012. 12.000 11,149 10,738 10.000 8,493 8.000 6.000 4.000 2.000 0 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 Fuente: Inteligencia Comercial ProChile, con cifras del Banco Central de Chile (Balanza de pagos).

LAND OF OPPORTUNITIES According to various rankings and international reports of bodies such as OCED, World Bank and The Economist Intelligence Unit, Chile has been recognized as: • The most stable and secure country of South America. • A good business partner. • A country open to the world that promotes free trade. Ernst & Young placed Chile among the countries with the fastest economic growth along with China, Ghana, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Colombia.

LAND OF OPPORTUNITIES CHILE, UN PAÍS PARA HACER NEGOCIOS PRODUCTOS Y SERVICIOS PARA EL MUNDO Products and Services for the world AGRI FOOD SECTOR The dynamic food industry has placed Chile as one of the leading suppliers of fresh produce off-season for the northern hemisphere. Furthermore, it is the largest exporter of frozen Pacific salmon, frozen trout, fresh blueberries, apples and dried plums. Industrial sector The growth of primary production sectors, along with the implementation of a satellite industry support, have enabled significant advances in the development of competitive advantages in areas such as innovation, production, and global compliance certifications

LAND OF OPPORTUNITIES CHILE, UN PAÍS PARA HACER NEGOCIOS PRODUCTOS Y SERVICIOS PARA EL MUNDO Products and services for the world SERVICE SECTOR Trade in services accounts for over 30% of exports "No Copper" of the country. Its average annual growth rate of 11% respond to the modernization of the State; reforms in the systems of education, transport and health; infrastructure development, and advances in telecommunications. MINING SECTOR Mining is part of our identity as a nation, being the protagonist of the growth path that had the Chilean economy in recent decades. Mining exports relative to total shipments Chile remains the most important, with a share of around 60%.

LAND OF OPPORTUNITIES SANTIAGO, the most attractive city of investments in Latin America(2013). 1 Santiago (Chile) 2 São Paulo (Brasil) 3 Ciudad de México (México) 4 Lima ( Perú ) 5 Bogotá (Colombia) 6 Monterrey (México) 7 Río de Janeiro (Brasil) 8 Ciudad de Panamá (Panamá) 9 Valparaíso (Chile) 10 Buenos Aires (Argentina) 11 Concepción (Chile) SANTIAGO, is featured for the first time in the ranking "Global Cities Index", AT Kearney, one of the most integrated into the world in 2014, in exchange for information leading cities. Índice de Atractividad de Inversiones – INAI 2013 Fuente: Universidad del Rosario e Inteligencia de Negocios, mayo 2013 http://www.atkearney.com/research-studies/global-cities-index/full-report