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Im Yoon-seo, Kim Hee-su, Han Jun-gu
  • French singer-songwriters to connect with K-pop at weeklong event in Seoul
    French singer-songwriters to connect with K-pop at weeklong event in Seoul SEOUL, March 24 (AJP) - A weeklong event blending French music with K-pop kicked off at the French Embassy in Seoul on Monday. Under the theme of "Bridging Cultures, Shaping Futures," the event called "Atelier K-Pop" brought together music experts from France to explore ways to collaborate with K-pop industry professionals and singer-songwriters from both countries. Jointly organized by the Cultural Department of the French Embassy in South Korea and the French National Center for Music (CNM), the event was supported by France's Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and the Institut Français. Seoul-based Leeway Music & Media also to part in collaboration with JYP Publishing and Amplified Corporation. Included among the speakers are Sim Eun-jee, CEO of JYP Publishing, Chung Hyo-won, CEO of Amplified Corporation, and Leslie Dubest, CEO of Un Plan Simple. In particular, four emerging French songwriters — Jean-Noël, Poppy Fusée, Robin, and Ugo — will participate in a special session later in the week at JYP Publishing Studios, where they will collaborate on songwriting and see how it goes. "I've only been in Korea for two days, but everything already feels amazing," said Fusée. "I've been spending a lot of time just walking around, and everything looks so stylish. People dress really well and are incredibly polite and it's such a different atmosphere compared to France. I find it really inspiring." Fusée also shared her expectations about the event. "My goal is to be a little less rigid. My music tends to follow a more classical structure, so I'm excited to learn new, more modern ways of creating here in Korea." "I feel like every K-pop song tells a story. It always has a clear concept or idea behind it," she added. "Whenever I listen to K-pop, it feels like I'm going on a journey. Through this experience, I hope to feel that even more and come away with a fresh perspective." 2025-03-24 17:18:47
  • Reinstated PM vows to devote himself to state affairs
    Reinstated PM vows to devote himself to state affairs SEOUL, March 24 (AJP) - Prime Minister Han Duck-soo returned to his post as acting president on Monday, about three months after being suspended. His return came after the Constitutional Court dismissed his impeachment earlier in the day over several accusations related to President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched martial law debacle late last year. In a televised address from the government complex in Seoul, Han expressed his gratitude for the court's ruling and said he would "pour all my wisdom and energy" in protecting the national interest, pledging to devote himself to managing state affairs in accordance with constitutional law. Han also said that all his decisions would prioritize the interests of South Korea's industries and future generations in the face of global geopolitical and economic challenges. Addressing the growing ideological and political divisions, he pointed out, "tells us that a society polarized by extremes leads only to unhappiness," stressing the need for change. He then vowed, "I will lead this change." Han also called for bipartisan cooperation, urging lawmakers to set aside their differences. "Let's overcome this crisis together and help the country make another leap forward," he said. With Han's return, a backlog of diplomatic issues that had been delayed is expected to gain some momentum. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok, who had temporarily taken over, is back in his role. 2025-03-24 17:05:31