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All of Singapore is K-pop’s stage in new tourism push

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by The Korea TimesJanuary 31, 2026 at 02:55 AM
All of Singapore is K-pop’s stage in new tourism push
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K-pop's increasing presence is shaping Singapore's tourism strategy. The city-state is seeing K-pop integrated into daily life, with dance groups rehearsing in public spaces and pop-up stores from major South Korean labels attracting visitors. This integration is part of a broader effort to position Singapore as a destination for live entertainment. The city's growing appeal to K-pop fans is highlighted by BTS's upcoming world tour, which includes four nights in Singapore in December, marking one of their longest stops in Asia. This event is expected to further solidify Singapore's status as a key location for K-pop tourism.

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Key Player Opposition Context
New York 35% Asia 40% South Korean 50% Hearts2Hearts 50% Twice 50% Marina Bay Sands 60% SM Entertainment 65% BTS ×275% K-pop ×685% Singapore ×590%

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k-pop 100% singapore 90% tourism 70% live entertainment 60% bts 50% cultural event 50% south korean labels 40% dance team 40%

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Positive
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South China Morning Post
Political Lean
Center-Right (0.50)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Singapore

This article was automatically classified using rule-based analysis. The political bias score ranges from -1 (far left) to +1 (far right).

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