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Starbucks Tank Day Backlash in Korea
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- May 26, 2026
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- 107
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Summary
Starbucks Korea’s “Tank Day” promotion, timed to coincide with the anniversary of a brutal 1980 military crackdown, has ignited nationwide outrage. Critics slammed the campaign for being deeply insensitive, with slogans like “thwack it on the table” tied to a 1987 cover-up scandal. Customers responded with protests, smashed tumblers, and burned logos. Shinsegae’s chairman apologized, citing a “significant drop” in sales, while the South Korean president called the move “enraged.” Starbucks Korea canceled the campaign, fired its head, and global leadership launched an investigation — as the fallout continues to escalate. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6e1356619c0cc301