"Why don't you come to China for a concert tour? BTS's SUGA helplessly retorts, 'Who can go?'

Since the THAAD missile defense system incident in 2016, tensions between China and South Korea have been gradually increasing. China has implemented various restrictions, extending to activities of artists in the entertainment industry. As a result, it has become exceedingly difficult for Korean artists to pursue activities in China.

However, BTS member SUGA, who is currently busy with their world tour, recently discussed the topic of being unable to have a concert tour in China during a live broadcast. His exceptionally rational analysis of the current situation sparked a heated discussion among Korean netizens.

During the live broadcast, SUGA seemed to have been asked by fans, 'Why don't you go on a concert tour in China?' However, SUGA responded, 'Are there any Korean artists who can perform in China? How can we go on a tour?' He further questioned, 'Is there any Korean artist currently able to engage in activities in China? I don't think so, right?' and stated, 'Everyone, we really can't go to China for our activities.'

SUGA stated, "I also really want to go. Wherever there are ARMYs, I would love to perform there." He added, "I feel really uneasy about not being able to go. Honestly, I want to go to any place where we can perform." He also mentioned that during the tour, he saw many Chinese fans, but unfortunately, they cannot go to China at the moment.