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How Korea Week helped in firming Korea-Sri Lanka bonds via fascinated hearts
The Island
|July 16, 2025
"K-pop is more than just Korean music. It is a phenomenon that transcends borders, languages, and generations, connecting people together, said Miyon Lee, ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka, addressing an enthusiastic crowd at the K-Pop World Festival 2025 in Colombo.
Speaking at the grand finale held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) last Saturday, the ambassador described the event as a celebration of rhythm, creativity and cultural unity.
"I am so excited to share this evening with our fellow Sri Lankans—the vibrant rhythm and beat, creativity and the energy of K-pop—and enjoy together the talent and passion of each performer on stage, she told the packed auditorium of fans, families, diplomats and officials.
The festival, part of Korea Week 2025, drew widespread attention, featuring 14 Sri Lankan finalists selected from over 100 applicants. "This year, we received over 100 applications from passionate and talented performers across the country and it was really difficult to select 14 finalists for today, ambassador Lee noted. "My best wishes go to all the artists performing on stage."
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