Santiago, Chile, Jan 19, 2010 / 17:03 pm
Bishop Alejandro Goic, president of the Chilean bishops' conference met with the newly-elected president of the country, Sebastian Pinera and expressed his desire for the new government to collaborate with opposing political parties to create a more just, fraternal and unified country.
Speaking to reporters, Bishop Goic emphasized the gesture of Pinera's opponent, Eduardo Frei, as he conceded defeat. “That indicated that Chile indeed has a solid and deep democracy. We trust that everyone will continue working to make our country a more fraternal, unified, just and equitable nation.”
“We hope that opposition, which is an expression of democracy, will also be constructive,” the bishop added.
The prelate noted that, “following a noble tradition, we have come to greet the president-elect and convey our desire for God’s blessing upon the very complex, and at the same time, challenging task of serving Chile.”