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Korea and Vietnam held a cultural dialogue in Seoul on Monday to explore strategies to strengthen bilateral exchanges.

Culture Minister Chae Hwi-young met with Vietnam's visiting Foreign and Culture Ministers, vowing to bolster cultural ties with the Southeast Asian nation.

Calling Vietnam Korea's 'comprehensive strategic partner,' Chae emphasized that now is the time to elevate cultural exchange and cooperation between the two countries to the next level.

The meeting came as part of the ongoing state visit by Vietnam's leader, To Lam.

The hit Korean original musical "Maybe Happy Ending" is set to return this fall for a special tenth anniversary run.

The musical has captivated audiences worldwide, sweeping major Broadway honors including the Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama Desk Awards, and making history with six wins at the prestigious Tony Awards.

Set in Seoul in the late 21st century, the musical tells the story of two retired helper robots who discover love, the most human of emotions.

The tenth anniversary production opens on October 30 and runs through January 25, next year, at Doosan Art Center in central Seoul.

The 2025 Gangneung Cultural Heritage Night Tour will be held from this Thursday to Saturday across the Gangneung Daedohobu Government Office, Seobu Market, and the Myeongju-dong area.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the tour will feature an expanded lineup of immersive programs and locally themed content, offering a richer nighttime cultural experience.

The event will showcase 42 programs under eight themes, including nightscapes, storytelling, and heritage walks.

Highlights include a grand parade, 'hanbok' fashion show, drone light show, and various performances of Korea's intangible cultural heritage.

That's all from me. Stay tuned to the Kulture Wave.