South Korea Tightens Grip on Anti-China Protests Ahead of Xi’s APEC Visit

Ahead of President Xi Jinping’s expected 2025 APEC summit visit, South Korea is intensifying efforts to curb anti-China protests. This crackdown includes heightened police deployments and legislative measures aimed at limiting rallies deemed discriminatory. The move reflects diplomatic sensitivities and potential economic repercussions. While no direct impact on cryptocurrency markets has been observed yet, the stricter controls could affect broader economic conditions in the country.