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Mbappe's Mao remarks show cost of crossing China's lines
Kylian Mbappe's comments about Mao Zedong triggered swift backlash in China, with online outrage followed by corporate distancing, platform restrictions and official intervention. The episode shows how quickly public figures can face consequences for crossing political red lines.
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