BTS has created one of the biggest anticipations regarding their comeback in history. The idols are ready to hit the Kpop scene with their album, “ARIRANG,” with several surprises for all the fans, including concerts across South Korea.
On March 18, South Korea’s president, Lee Jae Myung, addressed the increasing controversy surrounding BTS’s performance at Gwanghwamun Square. While fans believe the government is trying to sabotage the event, the president insists that necessary procedures will be prepared.
He emphasized that they trust citizens will show consideration for one another and maintain order with mature civic awareness. Ultimately, they want to show South Korean culture in a global-scale event just like BTS’s comeback performance. So, he didn’t hesitate to release a statement:
“On Saturday, March 21, a performance by Korea’s proud artists BTS will be held at Gwanghwamun Square. Under the theme ‘ARIRANG,’ I hope it will be a meaningful time to share the beauty of our cultural heritage and the appeal of K-culture.
We are making full preparations in cooperation with relevant ministries, local governments, police, fire authorities, and related organizations to ensure the event proceeds safely. We will thoroughly prepare every step, including traffic and crowd control before and after the concert, as well as emergency response measures.
I trust that our citizens will, as always, show consideration for one another and maintain order with mature civic awareness. Please follow the guidance of on-site safety personnel, and be sure to report illegal ticket scalping that disrupts market order.
I hope this BTS performance will once again demonstrate the power of Korea’s culture and become a special moment remembered around the world.”
