Korean traditional dance performance presented by Korea-Arab Freindship Caravan.
The event, in partnership with the Korea-Arab Society (KAS), aims to strengthen the cultural ties between the two nations.
The percussion team from the Music Conservatory showcased their skills.
The caravan showcased a unique lineup of talented artists from Korea and Egypt, featuring performances that bridge cultural diversity through music and dance.
The evening was opened with a captivating performance by the Conservatory Percussion Ensemble, highlighting Egypt’s youth musical talents.
This was followed by the mesmerizing traditional sounds of Korea’s Jindo National Gugak Centre, whose dynamic and graceful expressions of Korean folk music enchanted the audience.
The crowd was also treated to an electrifying performance by Expression Crew, a globally acclaimed B-boy group from Korea. Their fusion of break dance and contemporary movements energized the room.
What made this year’s performance even more special was the participation of Egyptian young talents.
The percussion team from the Music Conservatory also showcased their skills.
Moreover, Bittersweet band, the winners of this year’s K-pop contest, wowed the audience with their synchronized choreography to popular K-pop hits. Their involvement brought a youthful energy and highlighted the meaningful cultural collaboration between the two nations.
Kim Yonghyon, Ambassador of Korea in a group photo with Korean and Egyptian artists at Sayyed Darwish Theatre.
In his opening remarks, Ambassador of Korea to Egypt Kim Yonghyon expressed delight in hosting the Korea-Arab Friendship Caravan, highlighting the importance of mutual cultural exchange.
He also celebrated novelist Han Kang's recent Nobel Prize win in literature on 10 October, noting the shared literary bond between Korea and Egypt, which is also proud of its own Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz.
"This connection strengthens the cultural ties between the two nations," the Korean ambassador said.
"The Korea-Arab Friendship Caravan is not just a celebration of our respective cultural heritages but also a platform to forge lasting connections between our people,” he added.
The event drew over 500 guests, including prominent figures from the diplomatic community, Egyptian government officials, artists, and students.
Attendees were invited to participate in an online satisfaction survey via QR codes distributed at the venue.
As a special incentive, participants had the chance to win exciting prizes, including K-pop albums and Korean beauty products.
The Korea-Arab Friendship Caravan is part of a broader series of cultural programmes initiated by the KAS to strengthen ties between Korea and the Arab world.
With its rich blend of music, dance, and collaborative performances, the event showcased the power of cultural diplomacy to unite two nations in a shared celebration of artistic traditions.
As the curtains closed on this memorable evening, the audience’s enthusiastic response highlighted the growing cultural connection between Korea and Egypt, reinforcing that music and dance transcend boundaries and unite peoples in harmony.
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