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Why South Korea is pinning its economic hopes on BTS’ return

Why South Korea is pinning its economic hopes on BTS’ return

Update: 2025-08-19
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One BTS concert has the power to inject hundreds of millions of dollars into the South Korean economy. It's that star power that businesses are banking on as the K-pop sensation regroups after a military service hiatus. Teresa Tang speaks to Lim Yun Suk about the economic potential of the band's return.

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Why South Korea is pinning its economic hopes on BTS’ return

Why South Korea is pinning its economic hopes on BTS’ return

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