'Fast & Furious' John Cena Apologizes to China After Calling Taiwan a "Country"

Apologized Directly in Chinese via Weibo

Hollywood actor John Cena [Photo by AP]

[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] Hollywood actor John Cena, who appeared in the movie "Fast & Furious 9: The Ultimate" (hereafter Fast & Furious 9), apologized for referring to Taiwan as a "country" to Chinese audiences.

China's state-run Global Times reported on the 25th that "Cena posted an apology video on his Weibo."

He faced criticism from Chinese audiences after saying at a promotional event in Taiwan on the 18th, "Taiwan is the first country where Fast & Furious 9 is released," which was seen as not recognizing the "One China" principle.

In the video, Cena said in Chinese, "I deeply regret making a mistake," and "I respect and love China and the Chinese people." The Global Times pointed out that he did not specifically mention what mistake he made.

In China, reactions to the apology video are mixed: some accept it, saying "Taiwan may have given incorrect information," while others demand "he should clearly state what his mistake was."

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