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Asia • 2026-05-02 20:00

Indonesia pushes for more K‑pop concerts despite skepticism

During a state visit to Seoul, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto posed with 19‑year‑old Indonesian K‑pop idol Carmen of Hearts2Hearts, highlighting Indonesia’s growing role in the genre. The government hopes to attract additional K‑pop concerts to the country, but critics question the feasibility and cultural impact of the strategy. The move reflects Indonesia’s ambition to be more than just a market for Korean pop.

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