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- On March 21, 2026, BTS's concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul prompted public disruption and debate over state involvement in culture.
- The government deployed over 10,000 personnel to manage the event.
- President Lee Jae-myung emphasized the concert's role in showcasing K-culture.
- Prime Minister Kim Min-suk acknowledged the event's national significance amid logistical challenges.
- Critics argued that economic benefits do not justify the disruption and questioned the state's use of hallyu.
