Mbappé’s ‘Chinese dictator’ comment: How do Chinese people react?
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Kylian Mbappé has apologised after remarks about a meme depicting him as Chinese leader Mao Zedong sparked backlash in China. At least three Chinese companies have ended brand deals with the football star, while the controversy has drawn a response from China's Foreign Ministry.
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Mbappé’s ‘Chinese dictator’ comment: How do Chinese people react?
Kylian Mbappé has apologised after remarks about a meme depicting him as Chinese leader Mao Zedong sparked backlash in China. At least three Chinese companies have ended brand deals with the football star, while the controversy has drawn a response from China's Foreign Ministry.
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