South Korea requests the US to allow detained workers to exit without being handcuffed.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 10 2025
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Source: Reuters
South Korea's Request for Detained Workers: South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun requested the U.S. to allow the quick release of around 300 detained Korean workers from a Hyundai construction site in Georgia, emphasizing they should not be treated as criminals during their departure.
Concerns Over Immigration Practices: The immigration raid, the largest in U.S. history, has raised concerns in South Korea, prompting discussions about creating a new visa category for Korean professionals to prevent future issues and support business operations in the U.S.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
