diplomatic
Concerts & Tours
KPOP LUX x SBS Super Concert to Mark 140 Years of UK-South Korea Diplomatic Relations at The O2 Arena
The global cultural phenomenon of Korean pop music is set to reach a new milestone in the United Kingdom this September as the KPOP LUX x SBS Super Concert arrives at London’s prestigious O2 Arena. Scheduled for September 22 and 23, the two-day extravaganza serves a dual purpose: providing a massive platform for ten of ... Read more
March 28, 2026
Culture
North Korea Unveils Arirang Smartphone as the Traditional Folk Song Continues to Define Regional Identity and Diplomatic Tension
The announcement of North Korea’s first domestic smartphone, the Arirang, marks a significant intersection of technological aspiration and deep-seated cultural symbolism on the Korean peninsula. Named after the quintessential Korean folk song, the device was recently showcased during a high-profile visit by leader Kim Jong-un to the "May 11 Factory," where workers were seen assembling ... Read more
March 23, 2026