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New South Korean Ambassador Pledges Visa Reforms and Trade Progress

10/6/2025

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Kang Kyung-wha arrived in Washington on October 4, 2025, as South Korea's ambassador to the United States.
She pledged to mobilize embassy resources, including a $350 billion investment fund and visa improvements.
She noted immigration crackdown affected over 310 Korean workers and aims for a sustainable visa program.
Kim Jung-kwan reported tariff progress toward cutting auto tariffs from 25% to 15%.

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Story summary

Kang Kyung-wha arrived in Washington on October 4, 2025, as South Korea's ambassador to the United States.
She pledged to mobilize embassy resources, including a $350 billion investment fund and visa improvements.
She noted immigration crackdown affected over 310 Korean workers and aims for a sustainable visa program.
Kim Jung-kwan reported tariff progress toward cutting auto tariffs from 25% to 15%.