Supporters of South Korean President Park Geun-hye are blocked by police buses as they march toward Constitutional Court after a rally opposing her impeachment in Seoul on Friday. (AP photo)SEOUL - In a nationally televised ruling watched by millions, South Korea's Constitutional Court said Friday that it was upholding the dismissal of impeached President Park Geun-hye because she "gravely" violated the law and constitution. The Constitutional Court mainly rules on the constitutionality of laws and the exercises of government powers. Ms Park concealed Mrs Choi's inference in state affairs and denied and criticised speculation about Mrs Choi's actions. Hereupon, in a unanimous decision by the court panel, we issue a verdict: We dismiss the defendant, President Park Geun-hye.''

Source: Bangkok Post March 10, 2017 08:37 UTC