Health & Safety Starbucks Korea moves to protect workers after “Tank Day” campaign backlash Promotion criticised for insensitive timing with Gwangju Uprising anniversary sparks protests, corporate boycotts, and government condemnation iStock.com/tupungato Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Tuesday 26 May 2026 Starbucks South Korea has moved into crisis mode today as public anger continued to swell over a marketing campaign seen as trivialising a major pro‑democracy uprising. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Culture A McLesson in workplace advertisements Discrimination Not lovin’ it: McDonald’s New Zealand under fire for ageist job post Disputes Mocking manager’s accent was harassment, Irish tribunal finds Health & Safety Air gun assault on migrant triggers labour probe in South Korea