(LEAD) Protests over ballot shortages continue for 9th day (opens original article in a new tab)

Protests over ballot shortages in South Korea's local elections continued for the ninth day, with decreasing numbers as the National Election Commission faced criticism for miscalculations and errors, while opposition leaders called for a re-run and investigation.

• Protests over ballot shortages in local elections continued for the 9th day with decreasing numbers
• National Election Commission apologized for miscalculating voter turnout leading to shortages and denied need for re-run
• Opposition leader proposed meeting with government officials to discuss re-run and investigation
• NEC faces criticism over errors and ethical issues, with calls for its dismantlement