Here are some facts I came across:
The growing acceptance of South Korean pop culture as a valid form of entertainment in many parts of the world has prompted the government of South Korea to use the Korean Wave as a tool for soft power. Ultimately, the government hopes that the acceptance of South Korean culture in foreign countries
South Korea's Ministry of Culture set up a cultural industry bureau to develop its media sector. The result is the K-pop industry can pretty much do what ever they feel they can get away with.
"In the 21st century, culture is power...Together with the Korean people...
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