India, Aug. 18 -- Swiss watchmaker Swatch has come under fire recently after backlash for publishing an advertisement featuring an Asian model pulling the corners of his eyes. The image was quickly called out by users for being racist and encouraging the 'slanted eye' stereotype. Ultimately, the company had to release a public statement apologising for the advertisement.

The outrage began when Swatch released an advertisement featuring an Asian model pulling the corner of his eyes upwards, making them slant. The image sparked outrage among Chinese social media users who called it out for being racist. They pointed out the "slanted eye" stereotype, which has been used to mock Asians.

As the controversy grew louder in China, Swatch had to...