An unofficial ban keeps K-pop at bay in China
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-04-10 11:07 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Culture & Entertainment, Asia, South Korea, Economy & Finance, China, Financial Markets, World News, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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BTS has launched their first world tour in over four years, but China is notably absent from the tour dates An unofficial ban has barred K-pop from the Chinese market, prompting entertainment companies to pivot toward Japan and North America. (April 10)
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