The Singapore Airshow 2024 has just come to an end, and this airshow is not only a great event, but also a mask for a not-so-pleasant experience. The Global Beacon Line has once again set foot in the Singapore Airshow after six years, but this trip was full of twists and turns. Singapore, where he once stayed, has undergone drastic changes, especially the Singapore Airshow, which incorporates many Chinese elements and injects new vitality into the whole exhibition. China sent two civil aircraft, C919 and ARJ21, as well as the Z-10ME armed *** for static display, which attracted widespread attention.
The Singapore Airshow is a huge platform that attracts the participation of many manufacturers, including Airbus. At the 2024 airshow, Airbus showcased a variety of products, from A350 to A400M military transport aircraft, to a variety of *** exhibition areas on a grand scale. In particular, the A400M military transport aircraft stands majestically on the exhibition floor, which is more majestic than the Brazilian KC-390 military transport aircraft. The static display of the A400M attracted a large number of visitors, especially the open cargo hold. Behind this rosy façade, however, lies a controversy over nationality discrimination.
Although the A400M is ostensibly open to all audiences, it does not actually include Chinese. The A400M was captured by the Global Beacon as early as February 18, but security personnel questioned them when approaching, and it was only open to some people at the time. It wasn't until the official start of the airshow that the A400M's cargo hold was open to all spectators, however, it also caused a series of conflicts.
In fact, when the A400M was publicly displayed, it explicitly refused to be visited by Chinese audiences, and even adopted an unfriendly attitude. On February 24, Fiberhome experienced special treatment from Airbus in person. An Airbus employee asked the audience for their nationality, and when they learned it was China, they politely declined their request without providing a reason. Worldwide Beacon publicly questioned Airbus' discriminatory practices, prompting a rude response from Airbus employees.
Chinese visitors complained to the Singapore Airshow organisers about Airbus' rude behavior due to Airbus' racist behavior. This incident sparked strong condemnation on the Internet, and many netizens commented one after another, expressing dissatisfaction with Airbus' discriminatory behavior. In the face of pressure, Airbus responded publicly on February 25, but still refused to admit the fact that Chinese were denied boarding to visit, which is unpleasant.
From this incident, it can be seen that Airbus's behavior reflects the West's hostile stance towards China. Although the A400M does not have many advantages in terms of technical level, Western countries refuse to visit the Chinese because of the Cold War mentality. This discriminatory act not only outraged the audience, but also cost Airbus its public image. In a world where equality and openness should be our common goals, discrimination only makes the world more tense and uneasy.