Of President Park for 40 years. She headed for seoul on monday. Choi didnt distinctly respond to questions by reporters as she entered the building. Choi later apologized to the public asking for forgiveness saying she committed a crime that could warrant the death penalty. Prosecutors are trying to find out what kind of material choi receive and whether she exerted influence over state matters based on what she received. Park is suspected of violating laws. She has been admitted showing drafts of her speeches to choi who holds no public post and handing over internal government documents. Opposition parties have proposed the launch of a neutral cabinet, which members of the governing party have expressed readiness to accept. President park is facing her most critical challenge since taking office, nhk worlds kim chonju reports. A political scandal involving south korean President Park geunhye has entered its most critical stage. This afternoon, choi soonsil, confidante of park appeare
And the public. Iaaf officials decided to maintain the suspension, because russians failed to meet conditions demanded by the organization. These included having russian authorities interview all athletes who have represented russia over the past four years about banned substances. The iaaf study ed russias reforms and says its not satisfied with what its seen. The decision means the athletes will not be able to take part in the upcoming Rio De Janeiro olympics. The conclusion comes after a recent report by the world antidoping agency. It had suggested there are still a slew of problems in russia. Among them, 52 samples showed problems and over 700 tests were declined or canceled. It also said testers access to athletes was routinely obstructed. The International Olympic committee has announced their board will have a conference on saturday. They want to discuss the next steps related to the ban on russian athletes taking part in the rio games. Russias Sports Ministry has criticized th
Decision to limit voters choices in a 2017 leadership election. Strau translator we must stand up and teach younger generations what democracy means and what real freedom means. Hong kongs chief executive spoke at a ceremony to mark chinas national day. I know there are different ideas, but a direct election is definitely better than an indirect one. They have not responded to protesters requests to meet with them. Theyre demanding he step down. We hope that hell resign by tonight or by thursday. Otherwise, well escalate our protest movement and occupy or surround different government buildings. Protesters say they wont leave the streets until the demands are met. They say theyre mobilizing more demonstrators over the internet. The protests have left people divided. Nhk world reports. The protesters in hong kong are the largest in is years. Beijing has placed one country two systems. Protesters are weary of that promise. This University Student joined the front line of the protests. Th
Choices in a 2017 leadership election. Strau translator we must stand up and teach younger generations what democracy means and what real freedom means. Hong kongs chief executive spoke at a ceremony to mark chinas national day. I know there are different ideas, but a direct election is definitely better than an indirect one. They have not responded to protesters requests to meet with them. Theyre demanding he step down. We hope that hell resign by tonight or by thursday. Otherwise, well escalate our protest movement and occupy or surround different government buildings. Protesters say they wont leave the streets until the demands are met. They say theyre mobilizing more demonstrators over the internet. The protests have left people divided. Nhk world reports. The protesters in hong kong are the largest in is years. Beijing has placed one country two systems. Protesters are weary of that promise. This University Student joined the front line of the protests. The 19yearold is worried th