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South Korea prepares to repatriate workers detained in Hyundai immigration raid
world5 months ago

South Korea prepares to repatriate workers detained in Hyundai immigration raid

South Korea has arranged to repatriate over 300 Korean workers detained during a US immigration raid at a Georgia battery factory, which has caused diplomatic tensions. The South Korean government secured an agreement with the US for their release, and a charter plane has departed from Seoul to bring the workers back. The incident has strained US-South Korea relations, but both countries aim to prevent future occurrences and maintain their strong alliance.

Seoul Negotiates for Release of Detained Korean Workers in Georgia Raid
world5 months ago

Seoul Negotiates for Release of Detained Korean Workers in Georgia Raid

South Korea has concluded talks with the US to secure the release of its citizens detained during a large immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia, amid concerns over the impact on US-South Korea trade relations and foreign investment. Over 300 South Koreans were detained for working illegally, prompting diplomatic efforts and a planned repatriation, while the US defended the operation as necessary to uphold immigration laws.