How Korean culture is bringing Belfast together

BBC Northern Ireland Sunday 21 June 2026, 05:43 UTC 1 min read

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A growing number of people in Belfast are connecting through Korean culture, with interest often sparked by K-pop but expanding into language learning, travel, and community events.

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