South Koreans Launch Anti-Trump Protest Outside His Hotel
Summary
Protesters gathered near President Donald Trump's hotel and the APEC summit venue in South Korea, expressing opposition during his visit. Around 70 demonstrators and 20 college students participated, with no injuries reported despite some clashes with police. The protests coincide with rising negative views of ROK-US relations in South Korea.Key Facts
- President Donald Trump is visiting South Korea as part of an Asia tour.
- Around 70 protesters gathered near the National Museum in Gyeongju, where Trump is meeting South Korean leader Lee Jae Myung.
- Approximately 20 college students protested near the Hilton hotel where Trump is staying.
- Police reported minor clashes during the protests, but no injuries occurred.
- The protests are happening alongside the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
- Polls indicate a significant rise in negative perceptions of ROK-US relations among South Koreans.
- This is President Trump's first in-person meeting with China's leader Xi Jinping during his second term.
- Some South Koreans remain concerned about US-South Korea relations under Trump's leadership.
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