As mentioned before, ARMY's biggest worry right now is about the Ministry of Defense trying to interfere with BTS' enlistment. While BTS is eager to put aside their careers to fulfill their country's military service, the government seems to be trying to use them as ambassadors in the process.
After the announcement of a representative of the Ministry of Defense, ARMYs and some netizens constantly expressed their frustration when these officials were trying to find a way to make money from BTS:
During a regular press conference on October 18, a representative of the Korean Ministry of National Defense responded to the fact that boy group BTS decided to perform their mandatory military service starting as early as the end of the year. October with Jin. This is what BTS wants and is expressed through the official announcement of Big Hit Music.
Meanwhile, at the end of last month, the Ministry of Defense was still very vague while making a decision on whether to exempt BTS from military service or not. It was only when Jin filed for cancellation of military service that they began to express their opinions about BTS's acceptance of military service.
Not only that, not only did it not solve the issue of military service exemptions, the Department of Defense even thought of ways to take advantage of BTS while they were serving as a soldier. This further raised the controversy that BTS will face many other negative problems when participating in the military service.
Specifically, the ministry official stated, "If it is for public service to the nation, or for national events or performances which benefit the nation, [BTS] will be given the opportunity to participate in performances and activities should they wish."
The official even added, "This opportunity is already available to some enlisted soldiers," and "We are not referencing any specific events or promotions at this time."
Many idols who have previously served in the military have also experienced this, but it seems that no one or a group has been publicly announced by the Ministry of Defense. It can be seen that the enlisted BTS members will become very interested objects, even taking on many "responsibilities" at the same time.
Meanwhile, after submitting the application to cancel the military service extension, Jin's military summons will be issued within 3 months. It is expected that Jin will enlist at the beginning of next year after completing the health check and related procedures.
