South Korea will hold a presidential election on 3 June, the country’s acting president said on Tuesday, after predecessor Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached and removed from office over a disastrous declaration of martial law.

The day would be designated as a temporary public holiday to facilitate voting, Reuters reported.

The constitutional court dismissed Yoon for breaking his official duty by issuing a martial law declaration on December 3rd and mobilizing troops to disrupt legislative sessions.

The law requires a new presidential election within 60 days if the position becomes vacant.

South Korea has been in political instability for months since Yoon intrigued the country by proclaiming martial law, resulting in his impeachment by parliament and the impeachment of prime minister Han Duck-soo, who is also acting president, according to Reuters.

The constitutional court overturned Han's impeachment, and he will continue to serve as acting president until the election.