Cultural Sensitivity in Taiwan: Actor Criticized for Using Chinese Greeting at Awards Ceremony

Reported about 1 year ago

On July 5, 2024, during the Golden Melody Awards ceremony, acclaimed actor and Asia Television Award winner Gao Jie greeted the audience with 'good evening,' which was criticized as a Chinese phrase and led to backlash online. Despite this, Gao Jie continued to interact with fans using the same greeting and received strong support. Lawmaker Wu Chuncheng commented on the incident, questioning the cultural sensitivities in Taiwan and criticizing the tendency to attack others' loyalty and thoughts. Wu also raised concerns about the cultural clashes and tensions in Taiwan, urging for a more inclusive approach towards various cultures to avoid self-inflicted consequences.

Source: YAHOO

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