Large-Scale Rallies in Central Seoul This Weekend Expected to Cause Traffic Congestion

Major rallies and marches organized by the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) are expected to cause traffic congestion on Sejong-daero, Hangang-daero, and other major roads in Seoul over the weekend.

Unions from public institutions affiliated with the Federation of Korean Trade Unions (FKTU) and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) are entering carrying flags to attend a rally. Photo by Yonhap News

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency announced on June 27 that "some roads will be subject to traffic control due to large-scale rallies and marches by the KCTU taking place throughout downtown."

Affiliated organizations under the KCTU plan to hold preliminary rallies starting at 1:00 p.m. on June 28 on Tongil-ro and Sajik-ro in Seoul, followed by a march to Sungnyemun. From 3:00 p.m., a rally will be held on the section of Sejong-daero between Taepyeong Intersection and Sungnyemun Intersection, after which participants will march toward Cheong Wa Dae via Hyoja-ro and toward Samgakji via Hangang-daero.

A police official stated, "We will deploy about 270 officers to manage traffic flow, including vehicle detours," and urged, "Please use the subway if possible, and if you must drive, check traffic information in advance."

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