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Police raid Starbucks Korea’s headquarters in Seoul over ‘Tank Day’ event
Japan🏛️ PoliticsCenter9 hr. ago

Police raid Starbucks Korea’s headquarters in Seoul over ‘Tank Day’ event

South Korean police conducted a raid at Starbucks Korea's headquarters in Seoul related to the company's 'Tank Day' promotional event. This event had previously drawn criticism for allegedly disrespecting victims of South Korea's democracy movement. The raid occurred several months after the controversy surrounding the promotion arose. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between corporate marketing practices and historical sensitivities in South Korea.

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The Japan Times logoThe Japan TimesIndependentCenter9 hr. ago
Police raid Starbucks Korea’s headquarters in Seoul over ‘Tank Day’ event

South Korean police conducted a raid at Starbucks Korea's headquarters in Seoul related to the company's 'Tank Day' promotional event. This event had previously drawn criticism for allegedly disrespecting victims of South Korea's democracy movement. The raid occurred several months after the controversy surrounding the promotion arose. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between corporate marketing practices and historical sensitivities in South Korea.

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