Cathay Pacific Pulls 'Family Guy' Episode Featuring Tiananmen Square Reference
The Hong Kong airline apologized after complaints that the scene could violate the city's National Security Law.
Overview
- Cathay Pacific removed a 'Family Guy' episode from its in-flight entertainment after a scene referenced the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown.
- The scene depicted the iconic 'Tank Man' image with a satirical twist, prompting complaints on social media about potential violations of Hong Kong's National Security Law.
- The airline apologized, stating the content did not reflect its views and blamed a third-party provider for the oversight.
- Hong Kong's National Security Law, enacted in 2020, has heightened sensitivities around political content, including references to the Tiananmen Square massacre.
- Cathay Pacific has instructed its content provider to strengthen oversight and ensure future programming aligns with its standards.