Starbucks Korea to close stores early for mandatory history training after marketing row

Starbucks' South Korean stores will shut early for a mandatory history and social sensitivity training session on June 22, following a controversial marketing campaign that many saw as disrespectful to victims of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. The initiative aims to address the backlash and improve cultural awareness among staff. This move highlights the global brand's effort to navigate and respect local historical contexts, underscoring the importance of cultural sensitivity in international business operations.