Kylian Mbappe loses two major China sponsorship deals over Mao Zedong joke
Asia-Pacific2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported8m ago
French football star Kylian Mbappe has been dropped by two major Chinese sponsors, energy drink giant Dongpeng and dairy producer Mengniu, following the online circulation of a video in which he appeared to make a joke about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong.
The termination of the partnerships on Tuesday came in response to severe backlash, with the brands citing remarks that allegedly offend national sentiments.
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Channel NewsAsia (SG)Highlights the domestic public backlash concerning the offense to national sentiments.
France 24 (FR)Focuses on the specific corporate actions and statements taken by the brands.
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