RM, President Lee call out Busan lodging price hikes

President Lee Jae Myung has called for stronger action against accommodation price gouging in Busan ahead of BTS' June concerts, as soaring room rates and alleged reservation cancellations continue to draw criticism from fans and the public.

The issue drew fresh attention after BTS members addressed the controversy during a livestream Tuesday evening.

RM, the group’s leader, asked businesses in Busan dialect not to “overdo it,” referring to reports of sharp hotel price hikes, and expressed disap ...