South Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn, who is serving as acting president, on Friday asked all parties concerned to respect the constitutional court's ruling on former President Park Geun-hye.

Hwang addressed the nation in a nationally televised speech, after the court's unanimous decision to oust Park.

Park became the first South Korean leader to be permanently removed from office through impeachment.

The acting president said he felt a grave responsibility, vowing to mange state affairs with an unusually strong determination.

Source: Xinhua