Irish soldiers made up part of the Spanish entourage during their conquering and colonizing of Chile in the 1500s.

During this time period, many Chileans citizens who were against the government sought asylum in other countries, including Ireland where approx.

[5] In 1988, future Irish President Michael D. Higgins arrived to Chile as an international election observer during the Chilean national plebiscite.

[9] In 2002, Chile signed a free trade agreement with the European Union (which includes Ireland).

Ireland's main exports to Chile include: machinery and transport equipment; insurance; computer and information services; and alcohol.