According to police estimations, between 30,000 and 40,000 people will take part in the rally, while protesters claim that up 100,000 people are going to gather. The participants of the rally are set to demand Park’s resignation over the ongoing scandal around her associate "shadow adviser" Choi Soon-sil, who is suspected of meddling in state affairs.
Large scale of protest in South Korea, asking the president to resign for her position. pic.twitter.com/ZeYQvg9spu
— Uncover Hallyu (@UncoverHallyu) 30 октября 2016 г.
On October 24, the JTBC television network reported that Choi allegedly received drafts of Park’s speeches before they were publicly delivered, though she had never held a public post. The following day, Park officially admitted asking Choi for advice on speeches and public relations issues, and apologized for "causing public concern."
The revelation has led to a massive anti-government protest in the country, with people calling on the president to step down. The scandal has also resulted in a cabinet reshuffle which was rejected by opposition parties.
