BTS leader RM to deliver keynote address at APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025

BTS RM to deliver keynote speech at APEC

RM of BTS, who is also the leader of the group is getting ready to perform on a different kind of platform, this time for a global leadership event rather than a concert.

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit Korea 2025, which will take place at the Gyeongju Arts Centre in North Gyeongsang Province on Wednesday, will feature a keynote address from the singer and rapper.

His involvement is an important acknowledgement of the progress made by K-culture, which is today regarded as one of the most potent forces influencing international diplomacy and innovation.

RM is expected to talk at a cultural session called "Cultural and Creative Industries in the APEC Region and the Soft Power of K-culture" on the second day of the summit, from 3:05 to 3:15 p.m.

As BTS has long exemplified through their worldwide popularity, his discussion is anticipated to examine how art, music, and culture can unite people, foster understanding, and spur innovation across national boundaries.

Many anticipate that RM will discuss his path as the leader of BTS, from their early days in Seoul to becoming one of the biggest bands in the world, even if the specifics of his address have not been made public.

In addition to being renowned for crafting profound lyrics inspired by various art forms\ and for his philosophical approach to music and ability to push creative boundaries through innovative collaborations, APEC 2025's official website characterised RM as "a creative powerhouse and avid art enthusiast."

The APEC CEO Summit is one of the largest private-sector gatherings in the region, bringing together influential business leaders, policymakers and innovators.

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"Beyond, Business, Bridge (3B)," this year's theme, emphasises fostering relationships and promoting collaboration via creativity.

With 20 sessions and 85 speakers, the two-day event will cover important topics such digital currencies, energy transformation, artificial intelligence, and cultural industries.

The fact that RM will be the sole K-pop performer at the event is a potent reminder of how culture shapes economies and worldviews.

Hybe, the parent company of BTS’s label Big Hit Music, is serving as a diamond sponsor, the summit’s highest sponsorship level and the only entertainment company among official partners.

Through a promotional stand at the event, Hybe will also display its global network, which includes the US, Japan, China, Latin America, and India.