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news Scmp World 2026-05-31

South Korean Ceramic Festival Faces Backlash Over Chinese Prizes

Organizers of South Korea's Yeoju Ceramic Festival apologized after distributing Chinese-made ceramic products as prizes. The incident sparked public anger and criticism for undermining the event's goal of promoting local pottery heritage.

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