The study finds that the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated pre-existing vulnerabilities and exclusionary trends for immigrants in Chile and Peru, rather than creating entirely new challenges. Political narratives framing migrants as a threat or a burden were amplified during the pandemic, impacting policy responses and hindering integration efforts. The study highlights how government responses, while sometimes presented as "transversal" or inclusive, often excluded immigrants in practice due to documentation requirements and bureaucratic barriers.

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This paper provides valuable insights into the political narratives and policy responses surrounding immigrant integration during the COVID-19 pandemic in Chile and Peru. The reliance on interviews and media reports, while providing rich qualitative data, introduces potential biases and limits the generalizability of the findings. The ongoing nature of the pandemic also limits the assessment of long-term policy impacts. Despite these limitations, the paper raises important questions about the intersection of migration and public health and contributes to understanding the challenges faced by migrants in the region.