Xiaomi PR Manager's Comment on Dong Mingzhu Sparks Discussion: Respecting Elders, Loving Youth
26 April 2025 · Uncategorized ·
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This morning, Wang Hua, General Manager of Xiaomi Group’s Public Relations Department, shared an image of Casa Milà in Barcelona, Spain, on Weibo. The photograph’s unusual shooting angle created the impression of someone “looking at the sky from the bottom of a well.” On April 22nd, during a shareholders' meeting convened by Gree Electric Appliances Inc., Chairman Dong Mingzhu made statements that garnered significant attention and sparked controversy. She voiced safety concerns regarding electric vehicles, specifically referencing Gree Titanium New Energy Vehicles (referred to as ‘Gree Titanium’). During the meeting, Ms. Dong stated, “You’re seeing Xiaomi cars catching fire? However, Gree has not experienced any fire incidents in Beijing over the past decade. This demonstrates our strength and technology.” On April 23rd evening, Wang Hua posted on Weibo: “As water rises, one can ascend; as the tide recedes, do not seek your boat by marking its place.” This statement was interpreted by some netizens as a response to Dong Mingzhu’s earlier remarks, with many urging Wang Hua to adopt a more assertive stance. In reply, Wang Hua stated, “I believe there may be differing interpretations of what constitutes being tough; shouting insults does not align with my educational background or corporate values.” He further emphasized, “Respecting elders and loving the young is a traditional virtue of the Chinese nation.” Some netizens commented, “When an era discards you, it won't even say goodbye!” Wang Hua responded, “That’s a matter of the past. I overestimated it.”
This morning, Wang Hua, General Manager of Xiaomi Group’s Public Relations Department, shared an image of Casa Milà in Barcelona, Spain, on Weibo. The photograph’s unusual shooting angle created the impression of someone “looking at the sky from the bottom of a well.” On April 22nd, during a shareholders' meeting convened by Gree Electric Appliances Inc., Chairman Dong Mingzhu made statements that garnered significant attention and sparked controversy. She voiced safety concerns regarding electric vehicles, specifically referencing Gree Titanium New Energy Vehicles (referred to as ‘Gree Titanium’). During the meeting, Ms. Dong stated, “You’re seeing Xiaomi cars catching fire? However, Gree has not experienced any fire incidents in Beijing over the past decade. This demonstrates our strength and technology.” On April 23rd evening, Wang Hua posted on Weibo: “As water rises, one can ascend; as the tide recedes, do not seek your boat by marking its place.” This statement was interpreted by some netizens as a response to Dong Mingzhu’s earlier remarks, with many urging Wang Hua to adopt a more assertive stance. In reply, Wang Hua stated, “I believe there may be differing interpretations of what constitutes being tough; shouting insults does not align with my educational background or corporate values.” He further emphasized, “Respecting elders and loving the young is a traditional virtue of the Chinese nation.” Some netizens commented, “When an era discards you, it won't even say goodbye!” Wang Hua responded, “That’s a matter of the past. I overestimated it.”