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EconomyNo purchase, no seat: Starbucks China rolls out new store policy

Starbucks China has introduced a rule across 8,000 mainland stores requiring customers to buy something before sitting inside. The company says it aims to improve the in-store experience and plans to add staff and upgrade digital systems as it faces fierce competition from local brands such as Luckin Coffee.

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No purchase, no seat: Starbucks China rolls out new store policy
No purchase, no seat: Starbucks China rolls out new store policyEconomy