K-Beauty's Brazil Push Signals a New Type of Korean Diplomacy
South Korea's K-Beauty industry is accelerating its expansion into the Brazilian market, transcending traditional diplomatic and economic policies to become a new diplomatic tool. This signifies a shift in South Korea's foreign policy strategy, transforming cultural influence into economic and strategic opportunities.
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