BTS' RM to deliver keynote at APEC CEO Summit
In this photo released by the United Nations, K-Pop band BTS speaks during a meeting focused on youth issues at the United Nations in New York, Sept. 26, 2018. AFP-Yonhap
BTS leader RM is set to deliver a keynote speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit set for Wednesday in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province.
It is the first time a K-pop artist will take part in an APEC summit as a speaker. RM will speak in English about the APEC region's culture industry and the Korean culture's soft power.
Leaders of 21 member economies and businesses will attend the APEC CEO Summit, a business forum discussing innovative industries and new trends.
BTS is set to release a new album in spring, and is preparing for a world tour, the group's first in six years. According to reports, BTS will stage 65 performances around the world during the upcoming tour.