Chile's far right inched closer to winning power for the first time in 35 years after its leader José Antonio Kast qualified for a presidential run-off against communist ex-minister Jeannette Jara.

Here are three key takeaways from the first round of the election on Sunday, which was fought on violent crime and immigration.

Short-lived glory for the left

Jara edged past Kast in Sunday's election among eight candidates, winning 26.82 perc

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