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US and South Korea Forge Deal for Visa Workers

10/2/2025

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The United States and South Korea reached an agreement allowing South Korean workers on short-term visas to assist U.S. factory construction after the Georgia raid.
The raid detained 317 South Korean workers, provoking outrage and concerns about future investments.
A special visa processing desk will be established at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul to facilitate the return of engineers.

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Story summary

The United States and South Korea reached an agreement allowing South Korean workers on short-term visas to assist U.S. factory construction after the Georgia raid.
The raid detained 317 South Korean workers, provoking outrage and concerns about future investments.
A special visa processing desk will be established at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul to facilitate the return of engineers.