The group TWICE has donated funds to assist in the recovery efforts from a fire at a Hong Kong apartment.
JYP Entertainment announced on Weibo on the 4th that “TWICE has donated 1 million Hong Kong dollars (approximately 188 million KRW) through Hong Kong World Vision.” The donation from TWICE will be used for emergency relief activities such as providing temporary housing, psychological support, educational support, and livelihood assistance for the affected children and residents.
TWICE, who are set to be the first K-pop girl group to perform at the Hong Kong Kai Tak Stadium on the 6th and 7th, have carefully made the decision to proceed with their concert after deep reflection and discussion in light of the heavy circumstances. They plan to approach the concert with deep condolences.
The full text from TWICE’s Weibo post
Hello, this is JYP Entertainment.
We are deeply saddened by the news of the recent fire in Hong Kong. All members of TWICE also feel a profound sorrow. TWICE is planning to support emergency relief by donating 1 million Hong Kong dollars to Hong Kong World Vision to aid in providing temporary housing, psychological support, and more.
We sincerely hope that all those affected can recover swiftly and regain stability, and we express our deepest condolences to the victims. We also convey our deep respect to the rescue workers who remained dedicated in the crisis.
Regarding the TWICE concert scheduled in Hong Kong from December 6th to 7th, we have engaged in comprehensive discussions and careful considerations to determine whether it is appropriate to hold the concert under such distressing circumstances. After continuously monitoring the local situation closely with the organizer Live Nation and multiple consultations, we have ultimately decided to proceed with the concert as originally planned at Kai Tak Stadium. Given the weight of this decision, we will make every effort to ensure a solemn approach in our preparations and performance.
Once again, we express our deepest condolences to those who lost their lives in the unexpected accident and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those experiencing great difficulties due to this fire. We genuinely hope for a swift recovery and stabilization of the affected areas.
We stand together with Hong Kong in our hearts, and we will overcome this difficulty together.
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