Starbucks Korea head fired after 'Tank Day' promotion sparks public uproar - Reuters
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Notable Quotes
"I was enraged by Starbucks’ campaign and demanded it apologise to the families of people killed during the uprising."
— Lee Jae Myung , Politician
"I deeply bow in apology as the representative of the group."
— Chung Yong-jin , Executive
"I am outraged by the behaviour of low-class peddlers – and said those responsible for the promotion must be held accountable."
— Lee Jae Myung , Politician
"The campaign tarnished the bloody protests of Gwangju citizens and the victims of the protests."
— Lee Jae Myung , Politician
"I deeply bow in apology as the representative of the group."
— Chung Yong-jin , Executive
"I was enraged by Starbucks’ campaign and demanded it apologise to families of people killed during the uprising."
— Lee Jae-myung , Politician
"I deeply bow in apology as the representative of the group."
— Chung Yong-jin , Executive
Key People
Chung Yong-jin is the Chairman of Shinsegae Group.
Lee Jae-myung is a South Korean politician and leader of the Democratic Party.
Lee Jae Myung is the President of South Korea.
Sohn Jeong-hyun is the former CEO of Starbucks Korea.
Son Jung-hyun is the former CEO of Starbucks Korea.
The head of Starbucks Korea responsible for a controversial promotion.
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Shinsegae Group dismissed Sohn Jeong-hyun, head of Starbucks Korea, following a 'Tank Day' promotion that evoked memories of the 1980 Gwangju uprising, leading to public outrage.
Shinsegae Group terminated Sohn Jeong-hyun's employment after a 'Tank Day' campaign, which coincided with the anniversary of the Gwangju uprising, caused public backlash.
Shinsegae Group dismissed Sohn Jeong-hyun, head of Starbucks Korea, after a 'Tank Day' promotion on the anniversary of the Gwangju uprising led to public outrage.
Shinsegae Group fired Sohn Jeong-hyun, head of Starbucks Korea, after a 'Tank Day' promotion coincided with the anniversary of the Gwangju uprising, causing public backlash.
The CEO of Starbucks Korea resigned following a promotional event that referenced the 1980 Gwangju uprising, leading to public outrage and calls for boycotts.
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