3. **What role do Korean manhwa play in the global comic culture, and what are some unique narrative or artistic qualities that distinguish them from manga and Western comics?
2. **How have French and Belgian comics, known as bande dessinée, influenced the global comic book industry, and what genres are most prevalent in this tradition?
**What are the main characteristics that define Japanese manga, and how do they differ from Western comic books in terms of storytelling and artwork styles?
5. **In what ways do independent and underground comic scenes worldwide challenge mainstream comic book narratives and push the boundaries of the medium?
4. **How do comics from Latin American countries reflect their cultural, social, and political contexts, and what distinct storytelling techniques do they employ?
3. **What role do Manhwa, the South Korean comic book tradition, play in the global comic book market, and how have webtoons contributed to its popularity?
What role do independent and alternative comics play in diversifying the narratives and artistic styles seen in global comic book traditions, and which regions are at the forefront of this movement?
