The Apology of Evergreen Hotel in Paris: Genuine Regret or Forced Submission?

The Apology of Evergreen Hotel in Paris: Genuine Regret or Forced Submission?Recently, the Evergreen Hotel in Paris sparked widespread outrage after it was discovered that they had removed all national flags, except for the Chinese flag, a blatant act of discrimination. The hotel subsequently released an apology statement, claiming the incident was due to "inconsiderate handling" and that they would strengthen employee training to prevent similar incidents from happening again

The Apology of Evergreen Hotel in Paris: Genuine Regret or Forced Submission?

Recently, the Evergreen Hotel in Paris sparked widespread outrage after it was discovered that they had removed all national flags, except for the Chinese flag, a blatant act of discrimination. The hotel subsequently released an apology statement, claiming the incident was due to "inconsiderate handling" and that they would strengthen employee training to prevent similar incidents from happening again. However, this apology statement has been met with skepticism from netizens, who believe it is merely a forced "retraction" and not a genuine expression of remorse.

The incident originated from a blogger discovering that the Evergreen Hotel had removed all national flags, but had not hung the Chinese flag. This blatant act of discrimination immediately sparked outrage on the internet. Faced with the pressure of public opinion, multiple domestic online booking platforms removed the Evergreen Hotel from their booking services, undoubtedly resulting in significant financial losses for the hotel.

In the Evergreen Hotel's apology statement, they blamed the incident on "inconsiderate handling" rather than the act itself, raising doubts about whether they truly recognize the severity of their mistake. Furthermore, the claim of "strengthening employee training" seems weak and unconvincing, as removing the Chinese flag is not something that could be decided unilaterally by ordinary employees. It is highly likely that there was an element of tacit approval, if not even instigation, from the hotel management.

Many netizens have pointed out that the Evergreen Hotel's apology is not a genuine expression of regret, but rather a result of their fear of losing the Chinese market. After all, the Chinese market is a massive pie for any international hotel group.

So, how should we view the Evergreen Hotel's apology?

On the one hand, the Evergreen Hotel has indeed made a gesture of apology, which at least indicates they are aware of the seriousness of the incident. We should encourage them to genuinely rectify their errors and promote international exchange and understanding through an open and inclusive attitude.

On the other hand, we cannot simply forgive the Evergreen Hotel. This incident reflects the hotel's disregard and contempt for Chinese culture, and a mere apology is not enough to compensate for their mistake. We should demonstrate our stance with concrete action and make the Evergreen Hotel truly experience the consequences of their actions.

More importantly, this incident reminds us that we should have more systematic and legal means to safeguard national dignity when confronted with such incidents. The Evergreen Hotel's apology seems more like a forced "retraction" as they may not have genuinely repented, but fear losing the Chinese market.

However, this is at least a start. We need to closely monitor the Evergreen Hotel's subsequent actions to see if they truly "rectify their mistakes in the future." At the same time, we must remain vigilant, as a company's actions often reflect deeper issues. Did the Evergreen Hotel's audacious challenge stem from more complex international relations and cultural prejudices? These are questions we need to delve into and address.

As Chinese citizens, we all have a responsibility to uphold national dignity. When faced with similar incidents, we should not cower, but confidently express our stance. At the same time, we should support our country with concrete actions, such as prioritizing brands that respect China when choosing hotels.

This incident serves as a reminder that national dignity cannot be violated and safeguarding national interests requires the collective efforts of all. We should use practical actions to uphold national dignity and make those who attempt to challenge our bottom line pay the price.

Here are some netizens' comments on the incident:

• "Is an apology all it takes? This clearly shows they acted deliberately. I suggest the government should punish them."

• "These actions must have been decided by headquarters. I believe an individual employee would never dare to make such a big decision."

• "What kind of apology is this? It's just a fear of losing the money-making opportunities in mainland China."

• "Whether they hang the flag now is irrelevant. All mainland companies and tourism companies, as well as individuals and groups, should be banned from staying at their hotels and collaborating with their businesses."

• "The Anti-Secession Law can now be applied! We can investigate the tax payments of all Evergreen companies in mainland China, Macau, and Hong Kong."

These comments reflect the public's anger and dissatisfaction with the Evergreen Hotel, and also demonstrate their strong desire to uphold national dignity.

How should we uphold national dignity?

• Strengthen national cultural publicity and education to increase understanding of Chinese culture and enhance national pride.

• In international interactions, adhere to principles, safeguard national interests, be neither servile nor overbearing, and treat others with courtesy.

• Actively participate in actions to uphold national dignity and support our country with concrete actions.

Conclusion

The apology incident of the Evergreen Hotel in Paris is a warning. It reminds us that safeguarding national dignity is a long-term task that requires the effort of all of us. We should unite and work together to safeguard national interests and enable China to earn more respect and recognition on the international stage.

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