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KBS WORLD PROFILE 2019 http://kbsworld.kbs.co.kr/kbsworld24 http://kbsworld.co.kr KBS WORLD TV CHANNEL ENTERTAINMENT 24-HOUR FAMILY KBS WORLD TV WORLD KBS CHANNEL ENTERTAINMENT FAMILY 24-HOUR 2019 PROFILE KBS WORLD

KBS WORLD PROFILE CONTENTS 04 05

CONTENTS

06 Overview

08 About KBS World

10 Channel Profile & Highlights

12 KBS World Global Network 1

14 KBS World Global Network 2

16 Program | Music

18 Program | Drama

21 Program | Culture & Documentary

22 Program | Variety Shows

24 KBS World Viewers Rating & N Screen

26 KBS World Conduct a Survey

28 Programs Schedule

30 Sales Contact Information KBS WORLD PROFILE OVERVIEW 06 07

OVERVIEW TERRESTRIAL TV

CABLE TV

KBS initiated Korea’s first radio broadcasting service in KBS has long been a leader in the development of the broadcasting CHANNELS culture of Korea. As the nation’s public service broadcaster, KBS 1927 has embraced technological advancements and continues to provide a communication platform for diverse media content. Commenced first television broadcasting service in 1961 To address the rapid changes in broadcasting and the digitalization of terrestrial television, KBS strives to connect with the audience through First broadcasting of HD programs in the provision of audience oriented, high quality programming. The role of the public broadcaster has become ever more crucial and KBS 2001 endeavours to provide a wide range of channels to promote a wide Completed the transfer to digital broadcast in range of perspectives and address the fast-paced evolution of the 2012 digital media environment. TERRESTRIAL DMB KBS is the country’s first broadcaster, beginning its radio service in 1927 and commencing Korea’s first television broadcast service in 1961. After first broadcasting HD programs in 2001, KBS completed the transition to digital broadcasting in 2012. RADIO KBS headquarters are located in the Yeouido district of . KBS INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING has 18 regional stations and 11 overseas bureaus, as well as eight subsidiary companies such as KBS Media, that manage the local and TV 1 Radio global marketing of KBS content. RADIO Happy FM

Voice of Love

Global Korean Network

Classic FM

Cool FM KBS WORLD PROFILE ABOUT KBS WORLD 08 09

About KBS WORLD

KBS World is a 24-hour family entertainment channel that broadcasts original programs produced by KBS. These programs are aired only a few weeks after they have first been shown in Korea via KBS’ terrestrial channels, with the addition of multilingual subtitles. With its current availability in 102 million households in 120 countries and 1700 hotels across 46 different countries, KBS World is an essential resource to feel, enjoy and learn Asian culture.

KBS World promises to do its best to bring entertaining and informative programs to its viewers. Always enjoyable TV, it is KBS World! KBS WORLD PROFILE CHANNEL PROFILE & HIGHLIGHTS 10 11

Channel Profile Channel Highlights

Drama: Key Driver of Korean Wave KBS World dramas distinguish themselves through their diverse themes, dynamic storylines and the presence of well-known celebrities. Adored by LAUNCHED ON JULY 1, 2003 audiences throughout Asia, KBS dramas bring heart-warming stories of life, love and family.

Entertainment: Recharge Yourself with Laughter Korea’s most loved entertainment programs - all in one place! KBS World offers a variety of exciting programs including K-Pop music shows, comedy skits and infotainment programs. Viewers can catch up on the most up-to- date trends in Korea through KBS World’s entertainment programs.

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS WITH KBS WORLD LANGUAGE/SUBTITLE : Documentary: A New Documentary Paradigm Approx. 102 million (as of Dec 2018) English (Approx. 95% of programs), Chinese (35%), Malay(10%) Diverse, useful and enjoyable! KBS World provides the latest in highly * Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai and Indonesian subtitles are also available. informative documentary programs. KBS documentaries bring in-depth information on health, environment, social and cultural topics. Be awed

FRESH HOURS : 29% PROPORTION OF CONTENT TYPE by the power of nature and experience fascinating lives through different 45% Drama, 48% Kpop and Entertainment shows eyes with KBS World documentaries. 3% Culture & Documentary, 4% Newscast

BROADCAST HOURS COUNTRIES DISTRIBUTED : 24 hours a day, 7 days a week KBS is available in 120 countries; USA, China, Japan and other countries throughout Asia, Europe, America, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and even Antarctica! KBS WORLD PROFILE KBS WORLD GLOBAL NETWORK 1 12 13 GLOBAL NETWORK

Growth of KBS World Global Network As of Dec, 2018

KBS World Viewer by Continents (Dec 2018) 11 39 53 68 71 71 73 78 88 96 100 117 120 Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Countries Area Country Households USA 8,430,000

Major Foothold Country Japan 4,430,000

China APSTAR-6 (Hotel, Foriegn Residence)

Asia (include Japan) 17 Countries 19,700,000

Europe / CIS 49 Countries 17,200,000 2017 Arab / Africa 41 Countries 57,4000,000 North, Middle & South America (include USA) 7 Countries 8,500,000

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2018 Oceania 6 Countries 10,000 Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households Households 4.5 million 32.1 million 35.1 million 44.3 million 44.2 million 44.7 million 49 million 50 million 52 million 54 million 58 million 65 million 102 million Total 120 Countries 102,810,000

* Hotel - 46 Countries 1,705 Hotels KBS WORLD PROFILE KBS WORLD GLOBAL NETWORK 2 14 15 USA PARTNERS GROWING NETWORK & PLATFORM ASIA PARTNERS Growth of KBS World Global Network Since it’s launch in 2003, KBS World has been expanding its global network. KBS World is now recognised as Asia’s top family entertainment channel and is available in 120 countries throughout the world.

Japanese Network Platform Company Households Note Cable J:COM and 58 Companies 3,141,900 Entered Japan Major Cable TV Satellite SkyPerfec Tv (DTH) 424,600 Broadcasting Entered the whole Japan area IPTV NTT, KDDI, Softbank 870,100 Entered Japan 3 Major IPTV Total 4,436,600 EURO PARTNERS Chinese Network Hotbird-13C (HD) Platform Area Entered Hotel Viewer Rooms Hotel 40, etc 16 17,483 Hotel 17, etc 9 7,839 Satellite Peninsula 50 12,456 (APSTAR6) Liaoning 92 22,681 other 258 79,146 Total 482 139,605

KBS World Global Major Partners Country Platform Channel# Country Platform Channel# Ch 756 Ch 2082 Japan USA Ch 791 Ch 159 Ch 523, 606 France Ch 545 Ch 115 Turkey Ch 84 Malaysia Ch 391 Ch 143 Thailand Ch 143 UAE Ch 872 Indonesia Ch 323 Brazil Ch 145 Ch 170 Ch 34 Ch 75 Ch 156 Ch 180 Australia Ch 827 KBS WORLD PROFILE PROGRAM | MUSIC 16 17

KBS is always with the audience As a major public broadcaster in Korea, KBS provides a cutting-edge MUSIC viewing experience with high-quality programs and supreme content.

Music Bank Yu Huiyeol's Sketchbook 2

Genre : Music Genre : Music Genre : Music & Variety Premiere on KBS World : 05/2004 Premiere on KBS World : 05/2009 Premiere on KBS World : 12/2011

The best tunes in Korea! KBS World boasts the most Here you can enjoy the energetic performances of The true classics of the century are reborn! sensational music shows on television to satisfy your talented musicians and listen to their friendly banter. In this show, groups give jaw- senses! Featuring fantastic performances and awe- It’s a relaxing way to unwind after a long, hard dropping performances as they revive the inspiring harmonies by the nation’s top artists! Follow day. Settle in for an evening of enchanting music classic songs of legendary artists. Experience the latest trends in the Korean music scene with the and conversation with “Yu Huiyeol’s Sketchbook”. their incredible singing skills as they reinvent K-Chart - a summary of the week’s hottest songs. the songs that have transcended generations. Don’t miss this heart-warming competition! Always With Our Audience KBS WORLD PROFILE PROGRAM | DRAMA 18 19 DRAMA

Matrimonial Chaos

Genre : Drama Series Cast : Cha Tae Hyun, Bae Doona, EL, Son Sukku Premiere on KBS World : 10/2018

Is marriage really the completion to love? This romantic Your House Helper comedy drama begins with this question and defines the difference in thought between men and women about Genre : Drama Series Cast : Ha Seokjin, Bona, Lee Ji Hoon, Go Won Hee love, marriage and family. Premiere on KBS World : 07/2018

The daily life of an average working woman involves: a packed subway during the rush hours, a miserable old boss, juniors clawing their way up, mounting credit card debt, and a rusty and tired body... And above all, the worst is the endless housekeeping work that awaits her at home. But what if a handsome guy appears and takes care of all the housekeeping work for her? And not only that, what if he solves the problems in her complicated and confused life? In this drama, a male house helper does housekeeping works in different women's houses and tries to solve their issues.

Are You Human? Marry Me Now Sunny Again Tomorrow

Genre : Drama Series Genre : Drama Series Genre : Drama Series Cast : Seo Kang-Jun, Gong Seungyeon, Lee Jun Hyuk Cast : Han Ji Hye, Lee Sang Woo, Yoo Dong Kun, Jang Mihui Cast : Seorina, Ha Seung Lee, Jin Ju Hyung, Lee Chang Wook Premiere on KBS World : 06/2018 Premiere on KBS World : 05/2018 Premiere on KBS World : 05/2018

A young man falls into a coma. His mother creates an artificial The four sons and daughters of master shoemaker A high school graduate with minimum qualifications tries intelligence robot in his likeness that must pretend to be a real Hyoseop were raised without a mother until one day, they to reset her life with dogged perseverance by founding a human and fool people into believing that he's real until the real meet their stepmother, who is a millionaire! This family fashion company and turning into a CEO. son wakes up. He is placed in the midst of a fierce power struggle romance drama portrays the meaning of family through of a business mogul family in the young man's stead. There's a the love and war in the parents' generation and children's woman who protects him as a bodyguard but doesn't even know generation. if he's a human or a robot! KBS WORLD PROFILE PROGRAM | DRAMA PROGRAM | CULTURE & DOCUMENTARY 20 21 CULTURE & DOCUMENTARY

Queen of Mystery Season 2 History of Korea

Genre : Drama Series Genre : Infotainment Cast : Gwon Sangu, Choi Kang Hee, Lee Da Hee, Park Byung Eun Premiere on KBS World : 05/2017 Premiere on KBS World : 02/2018 'History of Korea' is a factual drama that talks about Queen of Mystery is back! Housewife-turned-investigator the unification of the three Kingdoms on the Korean Seolok and passionate detective Wanseung collaborate Peninsula. to solve mysterious cases and cure the hearts of those who were wounded by crimes along the way.

Lovely Horribly Feel Good To Die My Neighbor, Charles Wook’s Food Odyssey

Genre : Drama Series Genre : Drama Series Genre : Variety Genre : Documentary Cast : Park Sihoo, Song Ji Hyo, Lee Gi Kwang, Hahm Eunjung Cast : Kang Jihwan, Baek Jin Hee, Gong-Myoung, Ryu Hyun Kyung Premiere on KBS World : 03/2015 Premiere on KBS World : 04/2015 Premiere on KBS World : 08/2018 Premiere on KBS World : 11/2018 Leaving their homelands far behind, visitors from all Deviating from the standard model of cooking show, This horror romantic-comedy drama is about the Lee Ruda tries to reform her tyrannical boss Baek Jinsang across the world are travelling to . Listen to this new type of ‘foodmentary’ has a specialized story mysterious things that happen when a drama writer to become a new and better man. Because the boss real stories from foreigners about the challenges they and plotline to compliment the bright, mouth-watering who sees ghosts meets a top star who plays the main has such a terrible personality, all of his subordinates face in adapting to the Korean way of life. imagery. Truly delectable viewing for food lovers! character of her script. including Ruda despise him. One day, Ruda is so mad at him that she hopes he dies already. New Paradigm of Documentaries KBS WORLD PROFILE PROGRAM | VARIETY SHOWS 22 23 VARIETY SHOWS

Happy Together

Genre : Variety Premiere on KBS World : 12/2003

Join Yu Jaeseok as head leads a cast of hilarious and eccentric celebrities MCs! On this show, we'll play quiz games to find out the guests' deepest secrets. Let's not forget the embarrassing punishments that await them if they're one step behind! A variety show that's full of laughs and giggles!

Hello, Counselor Two Days and One Night The Return of Superman

Genre : Entertainment Genre : Variety Genre : Variety Genre : Entertainment Premiere on KBS World : 09/2012 Premiere on KBS World : 04/2008 Premiere on KBS World : 12/2013 Premiere on KBS World : 05/2016

"Hello, Counselor" is a talk show with an emphasis Take a two-day road trip to the picturesque spots in Fathers might not be perfect.. but who says they have For those of you who want to go away for the weekend! on people and their stories. From stories about the every corner of Korea! This on-the-road reality show is to be? There’s nothing like a father’s love to boost 'Battle Trip' is hosted by MC Lee Hwijae, Kim Suk, Seong daily lives of regular people regardless of their age filmed in the rugged countryside, not in a fancy studio. our spirits. The dads who used to spend all their time Sigyeong and ! K-stars in pairs set out a trip and or gender to concerns that are too embarrassing to Go on a journey to experience the welcoming smiles at work have finally returned home in “The Return of give you many useful travel tips. You should not miss reveal! Our program will bring laughter and move your of our rural neighbors and discover some of the most Superman”. out! heart. The purpose of this program is to help take beautiful sights that nature has to offer. down communication barriers by sharing stories about life. Comedians Shin Dongyeop, Jeong Chanwu, Kim Taegyun, and Lee Yeongja are the hosts of this program with various special guests appearing on the show weekly. Recharge Yourself with Wholesome Laughter KBS WORLD PROFILE KBS WORLD VIEWERS RATING & N SCREEN 24 25 SNS Network KBS World Viewers Rating & N Screen Channel Promotion ANYTIME & ANYWHERE weibo INTERACTION WITH VIEWERS YouTube Live Streaming

KBS World KBS World 920K 510K

9 Ranking 16 Ranking 52 Channels 168 Channels 8,000K Service Provider Service Provider J:COM StarHub TOTAL

Japan Singapore Source : J:COM Source : AGB Nielsen Media Research Sep 2017 Jan 2018 15 million viewers KBS World KBS World

28 Ranking 31 Ranking 3,460K 110 Channels 140 Channels Service Provider Service Provider True Visions Astro 1,860K

Thailand Malaysia Source : AGB Nielsen Media Research Source : AGB Nielsen Media Research As of Sep, 2018 Nov 2016 Nov 2016

KBS World KBS World KBS World SNS

KBS World allows viewer interaction through social networking services such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Line and more. In order to meet 23 Ranking 33 Ranking the needs of audiences, KBS Word updates program highlights in real-time. This reciprocal communication is very effective and means we 117 Channels 114 Channels get direct, immediate feedback from our viewers. Service Provider Service Provider Sky Cable Indovision KBS World Web Service Smart Mobile Application Service Philippines Indonesia Source : TNmS Multimedia Source : Indovision - Hompage (kbsworld.co.kr) - YouTube (Worldwide) Jun 2015 Jan 2014 - YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/kbsworld) - My K (Domestic) - Mobile Web Page (kbsworld.kbs.co.kr)

- KBS World App KBS WORLD PROFILE KBS WORLD CONDUCT A SURVEY 26 27

KBS SOCIAL NETWORK SERVICE & SNS AUDIENCE KBS World Viewers Survey, 2015 To get a snapshot of KBS World viewership, a survey was conducted between 12,100 people from 119 countries across Asia, America, Europe and Africa. The results were analyzed as a marketing resource to help us provide better services by COMMUNICATION improving our understanding of content consumption behaviors, accessibility and favorite programs and genre.

✽ Main TV Channel to Watch Korean Programs ✽ Main Online Website to Watch Korean Programs

KBS World Homepage & Others KBS World Youtube % 42.5% 5.5 VOD Site (Viki, Dramapassion, Hulu) KBS WORLD TV 12.7% The Most 85.7% Arirang TV Watched K-Pop Site % 5 (Soompi, Allkpop, wowkorea) Programs Two Days and The Return of Hello Happy Battle % Korea-Related Youtube Site 12.7 One Night Superman Counselor Together Trip CJ channel M, (Excluding KBS World Account) Sony ONE TV 26.1% 28,043,706 11,650,165 5,490,954 5,088,915 2,822,178 3.6%

Turner Oh!K, Blog & Sites of K-Pop Stars YTN WORLD or Fan Clubs etc. Survey Participants : 12,100people from 119 nations. Female : 90.1%, Teens: 45.2%, 20s’ : 42.8% 0.2% 8.1% (KBS World YouTube, 3Q 2018)

✽ KBS World average hours watched per day ✽ KBS World average viewing frequency ✽ Main Reason for watching KBS World

less than once a month % To watch Korean entertainment programs 3.5% 31.6 30 Minutes ~ 1 Hour 11.1% 6 once a month 5.6% 27.6 % To watch Korean dramas 3~4 Hours 11.3 % 5 once a week 19.2% To watch K-Pop 2~3 Hours 14.3% 22.4% 4 1~2 Hours 18.2% % Other reasons 3~4 times a week 29.8% 8.3 3 less than 30 minutes 21.9% 5.9% To learn about Korea 2 over 4 Hours 22.8% Evey Day 41.9% 4.0% To see Korean celebrities 1 KBS WORLD PROFILE PROGRAMS SCHEDULE 28 29 WEEKLY BROADCAST SCHEDULE Spring 2019

S S HK P Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun T S S S HK P Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun T S 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ The Return of 00' Ⓡ 08 50' Ⓡ 00' Ⓛ My only one © Music Bank © Happy Together Superman My only one It’s My Life KBS News 9 9 20 13 9 6 5 22 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ 6 25' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 10' Ⓡ Two Days and One Immortal Songs 2 Left-Handed Wife My only one My only one 40' Ⓡ Yu Huiyeol's Night 40' Ⓡ 00' 00' My only one Sketchbook My only one Ⓡ Ⓡ 10 21 14 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ My only one My only one 10 20' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 15' Ⓡ Secrets of Wildlife Grandma's Restaurant My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 Liver or Die 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 7 6 23 Battle Trip Guerilla Date 7 in Samcheong-dong Gag Concert The Return of 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 50' 11 22 15 15' 15' 15' 15' Superman 11 Wang's Family Wang's Family Ⓡ Ⓡ Ⓡ Ⓡ Ⓛ Entertainment Weekly 20' Ⓡ Twilight Delight Problem Child in House Happy Together Music Bank 00' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ Immortal Songs 2 20' Ⓡ 8 7 24 8 It’s My Life It’s My Life It’s My Life 25' Ⓡ 40' Ⓛ Two Days and One 50' Ⓡ Happy Together 12 23 16 Music Bank Best 45' Ⓡ Night 12 The Return of 15' Ⓡ 15' Ⓡ 15' Ⓡ 50' Ⓡ Battle Trip 9 8 1 Superman 9 Left-Handed Wife Left-Handed Wife Left-Handed Wife Wang's Family 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ A Walk Around Wang's Family Immortal Songs 2 My Neighbor, Charles Secrets of Wildlife Secrets of Wildlife the Neighborhood 00' Ⓡ 1 24 17 1 Music Bank 45' Ⓡ 45' Ⓡ 10 9 2 30' Ⓡ 10 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ My only one My only one Two Days and One A A 50' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ Entertainment Weekly My Neighbor, Charles 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ 2 1 18 15' Ⓛ 2 Night Battle Trip 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ Hello Counselor Secrets of Wildlife My Second Village 25' Ⓡ 25' Ⓡ A Walk Around the 11 10 3 Twilight Delight Yu Huiyeol's 11 50' Ⓡ My only one My only one 30' Ⓡ A Song For You s5 00' Ⓡ Neighborhood 45' Ⓡ Sketchbook My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 Guerilla Date 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ The Return of It’s My Life Happy Together 20' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 10' Ⓡ 12 11 4 Wang's Family Superman 12 My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 Liver or Die 3 2 19 KBS WORLD E-Today 15' Ⓡ 3 40' Ⓡ KBS WORLD E-Today My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 10' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 20' Ⓡ 1 12 5 1 Grandma's Restaurant My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 Liver or Die Wang's Family 20' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ in Samcheong-dong Two Days and One It’s My Life Night Twilight Delight My only one My only one 50' Ⓡ 15' Ⓡ My only one 05' Ⓡ 05' Ⓡ It’s My Life 2 13 6 15' Ⓡ My only one My only one 2 4 3 20 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 30' Ⓡ 4 Wang's Family 30' Ⓡ 35' Ⓡ Twilight Delight Problem Child in House Happy Together The Return of 40' Ⓡ 45' Ⓡ 45' Ⓡ 45' Ⓡ 45' Ⓡ My only one Hello Counselor Superman Yu Huiyeol's Left-Handed Wife Left-Handed Wife Left-Handed Wife Left-Handed Wife 50' Ⓡ A 10' Ⓡ A Sketchbook 20' Ⓡ It’s My Life 3 14 7 My Neighbor, Charles 3 25' Ⓡ Grandma's Restaurant 25' Ⓡ 25' Ⓡ 5 4 21 25' Ⓡ 5 Wang's Family in Samcheong-dong My Lawyer, Mr. Joe 2 Liver or Die It’s My Life

10' Ⓡ Guerilla Date 20' Ⓡ Drama Zone Entertainment Zone Documentary Zone Kids Zone News Zone 4 15 8 30' 30' 4 Ⓡ Ⓡ Battle Trip KBS WORLD News Today Yu Huiyeol's Sketchbook 50' Ⓡ 50' Ⓡ 50' Ⓡ Liver or Die SEOUL In-Stars KBS WORLD E-Today 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓡ 00' Ⓛ Immortal Songs 2 A Song For You s5 Music Bank 20' Ⓡ 5 16 9 Problem Child in House 5 30' Ⓡ Hello Counselor 50' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ 55' Ⓡ The Return of Liver or Die Gag Concert Superman

30' Ⓡ 6 17 10 A Song For You s5 6 50' Ⓡ 50' Ⓡ Music Bank Best Guerilla Date 00' Ⓛ KBS NEWS 7 20' Ⓡ KBS World TV Advertising Rates Immortal Songs 2 7 18 11 30' Ⓡ 7 Two Days and One Broadcasting Time Ads Ads Spot Rate Reference 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ 40' Ⓡ Night Entertainment Weekly My Neighbor, Charles Secrets of Wildlife My Second Village A Walk Around the Neighborhood 15 seconds USD 250 30' Ⓡ 20 seconds USD 300 00:00-24:00 Ads Spot to be inserted A Song For You s5 40' Ⓡ TV Spot (24 hours) between the programs 8 19 12 Guerilla Date 45' Ⓡ 8 30 seconds USD 375 Slow Shelter 50' Ⓡ 60 seconds USD 600 It’s My Life KBS WORLD PROFILE SALES CONTACT INFORMATION 30 31

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Min-Ha Kang Deputy Director (Marketing) [email protected] +82 2 781 3621 Dong-Seol Geum Senior Channel Manager [email protected] +82 2 781 3623 Young-Mo Sung Senior Channel Manager [email protected] +82 2 781 3625 Hyun-Ki Kim Senior Channel Manager [email protected] +82 2 781 3637

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