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Culture Minister Yu In-chon has reaffirmed the government's commitment to turning last year's pledges into tangible results.

During a New Year's gathering on Wednesday, he pledged to bolster support for young artists and regional cultural ecosystems while revitalizing everyday cultural experiences for citizens.

In the sports sector, he reiterated plans to reform outdated practices and strengthen fairness and transparency.

In tourism, he vowed full support for the swift recovery of the domestic market.

Seoul's Jung-gu District will launch a mobile tourism ticket, the "Jung-gu Tour Pass," to allure more tourists and enhance their convenience.

The pass offers free admission and discounts at major attractions, restaurants, and cultural experience facilities within Jung-gu for a set period, offering a cost-effective way to enjoy various benefits with a single ticket.

The basic pass covers key tourist sites, restaurants, and cafes, while the package pass expands the experience by including admission to attractions like the Namsan Cable Car.

Set to launch in March, the Jung-gu Tour Pass will be available on major travel platforms, including Naver, Coupang and Yanolja.

Netflix Korea has confirmed that it has no immediate plans to raise subscription fees in Korea.

Vice President of Netflix Korea, Kang Dong-han made clear that there are no price hikes to announce at this time, though he did not rule out future adjustments.

His remarks were made at the "Next of Netflix 2025 Korea" event, where the platform unveiled its upcoming lineup of original movies, dramas, and entertainment shows filled with Korean-made shows.

That's all for now. Stay tuned for more cultural updates and insightful discussions ahead!