AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCultural policy & funding: Guyana’s “Orange Economy” consultation drew sharp backlash from creatives, who said ministers blamed the past and dodged copyright and support issues. Cultural inclusion in schools: Two UK schools regained “School of Sanctuary” status, highlighting a culture of welcome for refugee pupils during Refugee Week. Music as diplomacy: LG will sponsor the Kagnew Choir—descendants of Ethiopian Korean War veterans—for a 36-day Korea visit, using performances to strengthen ties. Pop culture & safety: South Korea’s K-culture boom is being shadowed by a surge in fraud targeting foreign fans, including scams around K-pop merchandise and tickets. Community celebrations: Juneteenth events kept rolling—across the US from Akron to Lane County—centering Black-led spaces, history, and family programming. Arts & heritage: A Belgrade photo exhibition spotlighted China-Serbia friendship and major cooperation projects. Local culture preservation: A historic Maine church was saved from demolition and reopened as the Patten Cultural Center. Lifestyle culture: International Yoga Day coverage pushed timing and practice guidance, while a separate piece questioned yoga diplomacy’s political motives.
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