South Korea: Unionized medical workers plan march from Exit 1 of Jonggak Station, Seoul, 14:00 Oct. 17

Unionized medical workers under the Medical Solidarity Headquarters of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions plan to hold a protest march from Exit 1 of Jonggak Station, Seoul, from 14:00 Oct. 17 to demand greater governmental support to public medical care. The exact end route of the march remains unclear as of Oct. 16. Union leaders have threatened to escalate their actions, including a general medical strike, if their demands are not met. Participation will likely be in the low thousands.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions, including subway disruptions along Line 1, are likely along the march route and near protest sites. Isolated scuffles between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Disruption to medical services is possible.