RM, the leader of the global pop phenomenon BTS, will take the stage at the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, on October 29, marking a historic moment where K-pop meets global politics and economy.
TODAY At 3:05 PM (KST), RM is scheduled to deliver a 10-minute keynote speech titled
“The Creative Industry and the Soft Power of K-Culture in the APEC Region.”
This will be part of the summit’s official Culture Session.
KOREA-IDOL’s First Voice at APEC
This marks the first time in APEC history that a K-pop artist has been invited as an official speaker.
Before an audience of world leaders and global CEOs, RM will share his perspective on how K-Culture and creativity connect and inspire the world.
Drawing from his experience leading BTS to international success, RM is expected to highlight how Korean culture has evolved into a bridge that unites generations, industries, and nations.
His speech will be delivered in English — continuing a tradition of impactful appearances on major international stages, including the United Nations (2018) and the White House (2022).
“Beyond, Business, Bridge” — When Culture Becomes Diplomacy
The 2025 APEC CEO Summit is held under the theme
“Beyond, Business, Bridge.”
The event gathers leaders from 21 member economies and 85 speakers across 20 sessions, covering topics such as AI, semiconductors, finance, culture, and energy transition.
RM’s appearance in the Culture Session is expected to be one of the most anticipated highlights of the summit.
Adding to the excitement, his agency HYBE has joined the event as a top-tier sponsor, symbolizing the growing intersection between K-pop and global business.
Today, K-pop is no longer just music — it’s a cultural, economic, and diplomatic powerhouse.
When Art Becomes Diplomacy
The official APEC website introduces RM as:
“An artist with creative energy who draws inspiration from various art forms. Known for his deep, philosophical lyrics and boundary-pushing collaborations.”
Through his speech, RM is expected to share how creativity, philosophy, and collaboration define the essence of K-Culture’s global soft power.
K-pop has transcended entertainment.
It is now a national brand, a cultural language, and a form of diplomacy that speaks directly to the world.
RM’s voice on the APEC stage represents more than BTS — it marks a new dialogue between Korea and the global community.
“RM’s keynote at APEC isn’t just an idol’s moment — it’s a cultural dialogue.
It shows how art can represent a nation and move the world.”
— KOREAFBI, Korea: Food, Beauty & Idol
Sources
- APEC CEO Summit 2025 Official Schedule
- Yonhap News, Chosun Ilbo, JTBC, and other Korean major media
- Official APEC Website
coming Nect – APEC Gyeongju Teaser Video Goes Viral
The promotional film for the Gyeongju APEC Summit has already gained major attention —
and tomorrow, G-Dragon is expected to appear as a pilot escorting APEC leaders in a special feature video.
Stay tuned — it’s another unforgettable chapter in the story of K-Culture meeting global leadership.
Focus Keywords:
RM BTS APEC, RM keynote APEC, BTS leader speech, K-Culture soft power, APEC CEO Summit 2025, Gyeongju APEC, K-pop diplomacy, HYBE APEC, Korea Idol
작성자 소개
