Incident Details
The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions have scheduled to protest on 4 July in the Jung district of Seoul. At least 100,000 protestors are expected. The start time and duration have not yet been confirmed, but expect traffic delays in the area. Violent protests are uncommon in South Korea but not unheard of. A possibility for violence should not be ruled out.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests, which may turn violent. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.
