John Cena Issues Apology to China<br />After Calling Taiwan a Country.<br />On Tuesday, John Cena issued a<br />heartfelt apology to fans in China.<br />The professional wrester took to Weibo, a Chinese<br />social network, to issue his video apology.<br />Speaking in Mandarin, Cena said he “made a<br />mistake” when referring to Taiwan as a country.<br />I made a mistake … Now I have to say one<br />thing which is very, very, very important:<br />I love and respect China and Chinese people. , John Cena, via 'NYT'.<br />He went on to apologize multiple times and<br />express his “love and respect” for China. .<br /> I’m very sorry for my mistakes. Sorry. Sorry.<br />I’m really sorry. You have to understand that<br />I love and respect China and Chinese people, John Cena, via 'NYT'.<br />Cena’s slip occurred during a recent interview<br />with Taiwanese broadcaster TVBS. .<br />While giving a promotional interview for<br />his latest film, 'F9,' Cena said Taiwan would be<br />“the first country that can watch” the film. .<br />Referring to Taiwan, a self-ruled democratic island, as a<br />country is often seen as an offensive assertion in China.
