"Sensitivity"

#13751809

26 May 2026

Jeon Sang-jin, Executive Vice President of Corporate Management at Shinsegae Group, presents the findings of an internal investigation regarding Starbucks Korea's ''Tank Day'' marketing campaign during a press conference at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The conglomerate launched a formal inquiry into the decision-making process behind the campaign following public backlash over its historical references, aiming to address corporate accountability and compliance.

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#13751841

26 May 2026

Jeon Sang-jin, Executive Vice President of Corporate Management at Shinsegae Group, presents the findings of an internal investigation regarding Starbucks Korea's ''Tank Day'' marketing campaign during a press conference at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The conglomerate launched a formal inquiry into the decision-making process behind the campaign following public backlash over its historical references, aiming to address corporate accountability and compliance.

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#13751790

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751791

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751792

26 May 2026

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.

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#13751793

26 May 2026

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.

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#13751794

26 May 2026

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.

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#13751795

26 May 2026

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.

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#13751796

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751797

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751798

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751799

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751800

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751801

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751802

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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#13751803

26 May 2026

Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin bows his head in apology during a press conference regarding Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign at the Josun Palace Luxury Collection Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, on May 26, 2026. The promotional event, which included terms such as ''Tank Day'' and ''Tak on the desk'' on the May 18 anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement, led to public outrage and a boycott. In his first public appearance for a statement since becoming chairman in March 2024, Chung accepts full executive responsibility for the oversight and apologizes to the bereaved families and the public.

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