Leaders in Korean Entertainment Industry Advocate for Climate Action

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Jungkook of BTS surpasses 1 billion streams on Spotify this year, marking the first K-pop solo artist to achieve this milestone.

The occult thriller "Exhuma" achieves over 10 million admissions in Korea and attracts 1.8 million theatergoers in Indonesia within 20 days, exported to 133 countries.

At the "Declaration of Sustainable K-content Forum" at Content Korea Lab (CKL), Culture, Sports, and Tourism Minister Yu In-chon emphasizes Korea's opportunity to lead sustainability efforts in the cultural sector.
 

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The event, hosted by the Korea Cultural Industry Forum, aims to promote industry development and sustainability.

Lee Jang-woo, a professor emeritus of business administration, highlights Korea's potential to address the climate crisis and promote sustainability.

Lee Soo-man of SM Entertainment advocates for tree-planting initiatives to combat climate change, suggesting celebrity involvement could amplify the message.

Kim Sang-hyup of the Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth emphasizes the potential for hallyu to drive sustainability efforts, citing BTS and BLACKPINK's involvement in global sustainability initiatives. 

Attendees, including K-pop group n.SSign and content creator Kejimin, read the declaration of "Green Code," committing to raising awareness of climate issues and striving for a sustainable cultural ecosystem.

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