Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-17 01:47Core Viewpoint - The ongoing online dispute between Jia Guolong and Luo Yonghao has attracted significant attention, with both parties making public statements regarding accusations and responses related to the "pre-prepared food" controversy affecting Xibei [1][12]. Group 1: Company Responses - Jia Guolong announced on January 16 that he would respond to Luo Yonghao's accusations of defamation against Xibei, emphasizing that he and his employees have not reported Luo to the police despite facing personal attacks [3][10]. - Xibei has faced a significant decline in business, with sales dropping between 40% to 60% over the past four months, leading to the decision to close 102 stores, which represents 30% of its total outlets [7][10]. - The company has implemented various self-rescue measures, including issuing over 300 million yuan in consumer vouchers, but these efforts have not effectively reversed the negative trend, with a reported 50% year-on-year decline in business [7][10]. Group 2: Industry Standards and Public Perception - The "Xibei pre-prepared food controversy" highlights a critical lack of clear industry standards, which has led to public confusion and negative perceptions of pre-prepared food in the restaurant industry [12][15]. - Jia Guolong maintains that according to official definitions, Xibei's food does not fall under the category of pre-prepared food, yet this argument has not resonated with the public, exacerbating negative sentiment [14][15]. - The absence of authoritative standards has resulted in a cycle of public backlash and miscommunication, indicating a pressing need for regulatory bodies to establish clear guidelines for pre-prepared food to restore consumer trust and stabilize market expectations [16][17].