According to Yonhap News, on October 30 local time, the South Korean police stated that they will strictly crack down on xenophobic demonstrations and gatherings targeting specific countries such as the United States and China, as well as foreigners during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
Gyeongju, South Korea, local police enhance security measures
On the same day, a police spokesperson said that the police will restrict public gatherings and parades in areas with a risk of friction and conflict. If there is a direct and open threat to public order, the police will prohibit the remaining activities of the relevant parties.
Additionally, the South Korean police will repeatedly broadcast warning announcements at the scene of gatherings to prevent the spread of xenophobic rhetoric. If physical conflicts occur or participants leave the designated route, the police will take law enforcement actions to control the situation. Depending on the circumstances, the police may take measures such as dispersing people and dissolving the event.
A police official said that the police will reasonably deploy the national police force to provide active support for the successful opening of the APEC Gyeongju Summit.
It is reported that the 32nd APEC Leaders' Informal Meeting will be held in Gyeongju, South Korea. From October 31 to November 1, leaders of 21 economies in the Asia-Pacific region will gather in Gyeongju. Currently, South Korea has significantly increased the security level in Gyeongju. According to reports, during the APEC meeting, more than 19,000 police officers, including riot police and special forces, will be deployed throughout Gyeongju every day.
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