I, like so many others in countries like Italy, Greece, and Turkey, have always dreamed of seeing my favorite Korean music groups perform live. It brings me profound joy to listen to groups like Blackpink, but the opportunity to experience their talent in person remains elusive as these artists rarely choose our countries for their music tours. Even though we constitute a considerable fan base, we often feel overlooked. 

The influence of Korean music and specifically K-Pop has grown tremendously over the years. Market data suggested that the global K-pop industry was worth almost $5 billion in 2019, and its fan base extends far beyond the limits of South Korea (Source: Forbes). A survey conducted in 2019 showed that Greece, Italy, and Turkey combined, have over a million K-POP fans (Source: Statista).

There is a fantastic opportunity to tap into these markets and bring joy to the fans who haven't had the chance to attend these performances. Therefore, we kindly request music groups and their management to consider these countries whilst planning their future tours. This step does not only extend the reach of Korean music but also helps to spread cultural diversity and exchange. 

We urge you to sign this petition to extend the horizons of Korean music and provide fans with the opportunity to experience their favorite music live. Please, help bring our dreams to life.