The World Heads to Gyeongju
– Inside the 2025 APEC Korea Promo Video Has Gyeongju ever been this hot?
The 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit officially kicked off yesterday — opened by none other than BTS leader RM, who delivered an inspiring keynote speech.
But what really caught everyone’s attention wasn’t just the speech —
it was the new APEC promo video titled “The World Heads to Gyeongju.”
Wait… Is That President Lee Jae-myung and G-DRAGON …??
Yes, you saw it right.
The internet went wild the moment the video dropped.
The film features President Lee Jae-myung, APEC ambassador G-DRAGON,
Director Park Chan-wook, football legend Park Ji-sung, Chef Ahn Sung-jae, IVE’s Jang Won-young, and DJ Peggy Gou — a dazzling lineup of Korea’s top icons across different industries.
Released simultaneously on TV, cable, and YouTube on October 2, the video quickly became a viral sensation both at home and abroad.
Source : Official APEC 2025 Promotional Video
A Hanok Restaurant Becomes the Stage for K-Culture
Directed by New York Festivals award-winning filmmaker Shin Woo-seok, the promo film unfolds inside a beautifully crafted traditional hanok-style restaurant.
As the camera glides through the space, each cameo appearance by a Korean star reveals more of Gyeongju’s timeless beauty —a perfect blend of tradition, modernity, and global appeal.
Source : Official APEC 2025 Promotional Video
The President as a Marshalling Guide the highlight ?
A scene where President Lee appears as an aircraft marshaller, guiding planes from each APEC member nation to line up behind the Korean jet.
Simple, symbolic, and unexpectedly witty —
it’s a visual metaphor for how the world is now turning its attention toward Korea.
APEC 2025 Korea – The World Comes Together in Gyeongju
From October 26 to November 1, the historic city of Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province,
will welcome leaders from 21 member economies and around 30,000 global delegates.
As the promo’s final message declares:
“The world heads to Gyeongju.”
In just one short film, it captures the very essence of modern Korea — proud, creative, and ready to lead.
KOREA FBI Editor’s Note :
” This official APEC 2025 promotional film is a true masterpiece – crafted through Korea’s creativity and the President’s dedication.In just 1min 15sec, it showcase the nation’s pride through its sports, movie, cusine, and inspiring.
If you haven’t watched it yet, don’t miss it !! “
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