Kwon Oh-eul, the Minister of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, expressed deep regret over Starbucks Korea's marketing campaign related to the May 18 Democratic Uprising, known as 'Tank Day,' and pledged to take all necessary corrective actions to prevent the spread of misinformation.
In a statement on his X (formerly Twitter) account on May 21, Kwon said, "As the Minister of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, I express my deep regret and serious concern regarding Starbucks Korea's event that caused controversy on the May 18 Democratic Uprising anniversary."
He added, "Honoring the noble spirit of the May 18 Democratic Uprising, which safeguarded democracy in South Korea, and recognizing the sacrifices and dedication of the May 18 democracy activists is a social responsibility for all citizens. Corporations are no exception."
Kwon emphasized, "I hope Starbucks Korea will demonstrate a responsible attitude by offering a sincere apology that comforts the wounds of the May 18 democracy activists, their families, and the people of South Korea."
Finally, Kwon promised, "The Ministry of Veterans Affairs will lead efforts to establish a culture of remembrance that fosters a mature and correct historical awareness among all citizens, including corporations, while also enhancing monitoring to prevent the spread of misinformation related to the May 18 Democratic Uprising and taking all necessary corrective actions."
In a statement on his X (formerly Twitter) account on May 21, Kwon said, "As the Minister of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, I express my deep regret and serious concern regarding Starbucks Korea's event that caused controversy on the May 18 Democratic Uprising anniversary."
He added, "Honoring the noble spirit of the May 18 Democratic Uprising, which safeguarded democracy in South Korea, and recognizing the sacrifices and dedication of the May 18 democracy activists is a social responsibility for all citizens. Corporations are no exception."
Kwon emphasized, "I hope Starbucks Korea will demonstrate a responsible attitude by offering a sincere apology that comforts the wounds of the May 18 democracy activists, their families, and the people of South Korea."
Finally, Kwon promised, "The Ministry of Veterans Affairs will lead efforts to establish a culture of remembrance that fosters a mature and correct historical awareness among all citizens, including corporations, while also enhancing monitoring to prevent the spread of misinformation related to the May 18 Democratic Uprising and taking all necessary corrective actions."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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