BTS’ RM is back in the spotlight after the idol was announced to deliver a keynote speech at the APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025. This will mark one of the first public appearances by the idol since he was discharged from the South Korean military.
On October 26 KST, the APEC program addressed RM’s appearance. The program confirmed RM is scheduled to speak on October 29, the second day of the CEO Summit, on the theme, “Cultural and Creative Industries in the APEC Region and the Soft Power of K-culture.”
APEC has introduced RM by saying, “As a creative powerhouse and avid art enthusiast, RM is renowned for crafting profound lyrics often inspired by various art forms. His flexible and philosophical approach to music and ability to push creative boundaries with cutting-edge collaborations have led him to work with a diverse range of artists.”