K-pop band Blackpink gets MBEs from King Charles for climate advocacy

K-Pop band Blackpink's members, Lalisa Manoban, Roseanne Park, Jisoo Kim and Jennie Kim pose with their medals following a special investiture ceremony to present them with Honorary MBEs at Buckingham Palace on Nov 22, 2023. - AFP

LONDON: The four megastar members of K-pop girl group Blackpink were given one of Britain's most prestigious honours Wednesday (Nov 22) by King Charles III, recognising their work as environmental advocates.

The South Korean sensations received honorary MBEs (Members of the Order of the British Empire) from the British monarch, which reward outstanding achievement or service to the community.