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Controversy Erupts as Traditional Korean Dish Is Classified as Chinese Cultural Heritage

Controversy Erupts as Traditional Korean Dish Is Classified as Chinese Cultural Heritage

SEOUL, Sept. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent revelation that dolsot bibimbap, a traditional Korean dish, was designated as an intangible cultural heritage in China’s Jilin Province three years ago has sparked controversy and raised concerns about cultural appropriation. The Jilin Provincial Government approved a total of 65 items as provincial-level intangible cultural heritage in December [...]