06 Nov 2023 | 07:41 PM UTC
South Korea: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit Seoul Nov. 8-9
South Korea to host US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Seoul Nov. 8-9. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
South Korea will host US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Seoul on Nov. 8-9 to enhance bilateral cooperation in several areas, including economic security. Secretary Blinken will meet with South Korea's Foreign Minister Park Jin. While neither Seoul nor Washington immediately released the precise itinerary for the visit, potential meeting venues include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of National Defense, and US Embassy. Related demonstrations are possible.
Increased security is likely in Seoul, especially near stops on Blinken's itinerary. Authorities will probably set up checkpoints and block roads to facilitate the Secretary of State's movements, leading to localized traffic disruptions. Authorities could temporarily close the airspace around Seoul as Blinken arrives and departs the city, causing flight delays.
Plan for likely traffic disruptions and potential flight delays. Seek alternative routes to avoid potential venues for high-level meetings. Allow additional time to reach destinations in Seoul Nov. 8-9. Heed all instructions issued by local authorities.
