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Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin Issues Public Apology For Starbucks Korea's 'Tank Day' Controversy

Members of the media gather in the briefing room as Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin delivers a formal public apology during a press conference at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The event draws significant media attention as Chung addresses public outrage and nationwide boycott threats related to Starbucks Korea's ''Tank Day'' marketing campaign on the anniversary of the May 18 Gwangju Democratization Movement. (Photo by Chris Jung/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13751792
Date taken: 26 May 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Chris Jung/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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