Starbucks, which has faced criticism for its "Tank Day" marketing that disparaged the May 18 Gwangju Democratization Movement, will conduct history training for all employees.
All stores nationwide will close at 3 PM on June 22, and employees will attend lectures on historical awareness and social sensitivity through video materials.
Chung Yong-jin, Chairman of Shinsegae Group, is scheduled to undergo the training alongside the CEOs of the group's affiliates two days later, on June 24.
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Starbucks to Close Stores at 3 PM on June 22 for Mandatory History Training
Jun 15, 2026
