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South Korea Forms Task Force on US Visa Crisis

9/19/2025

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South Korea established a task force to tackle US visa issues following the detention of 317 workers at an EV battery plant.
The task force comprises various ministries and business groups to represent Korean companies' interests.
A US congressional report raised concerns about the raid's effect on US-South Korea relations and suggested a new visa category for skilled Korean workers.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stressed the importance of improved visa policies ahead of a $350 billion investment package.
Most detained workers have returned, leading to demands for easier visa access for skilled labor.

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South Korea established a task force to tackle US visa issues following the detention of 317 workers at an EV battery plant.
The task force comprises various ministries and business groups to represent Korean companies' interests.
A US congressional report raised concerns about the raid's effect on US-South Korea relations and suggested a new visa category for skilled Korean workers.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stressed the importance of improved visa policies ahead of a $350 billion investment package.
Most detained workers have returned, leading to demands for easier visa access for skilled labor.