"Masked BTS Sets an Example for Global Citizens"…WHO Secretary-General Thanks BTS

WHO Director-General Ghebreyesus on Twitter
"Please wear a mask to prevent COVID-19" request

▲Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), expressed his gratitude to BTS through Twitter. (Source=Screenshot of Ghebreyesus WHO Director-General's Twitter)

[Asia Economy Reporter Kwon Jae-hee] The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) expressed gratitude to Bangtan Sonyeondan (BTS) for widely promoting the necessity of wearing masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

On the 3rd (local time), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, posted on Twitter, "BTS reminded us to wear masks and set an example for their fans and global citizens," along with a message saying "Thank you" and a video of BTS members.

The 7-second video he attached shows BTS saying, "Take good care of your health, wear your masks well, fighting!"

Director-General Ghebreyesus said, "Let's follow the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 artists well," and urged, "Wear your mask over your nose."

He also actively responded to BTS member Jimin's statement, "For COVID-19 to end quickly, everyone must take responsibility and work together," adding, "I think mindset is important for that."

Director-General Ghebreyesus said, "That's right. Together, we can end this pandemic," and added, "Thank you for delivering a message that heals patients and healthcare workers with good music."

He concluded by saying, "Congratulations on reaching No. 1 on the Billboard chart."

The WHO Director-General has previously mentioned BTS and encouraged them to participate in COVID-19 prevention campaigns.

In March, he requested participation in the 'The Safe Hand Challenge' by posting a handwashing video on Twitter, mentioning BTS along with singer Katy Perry and others.

Meanwhile, BTS released their new song "Dynamite" on the 31st of last month, becoming the first Korean artist to top the US Billboard main singles chart, the Hot 100.

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