Tag: Korean Workers
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US Immigration Raids Target Workers at Battery Factory
Overview of the Incident In a recent operation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a raid at a joint venture battery factory of Hyundai Motor and LG Energy Solution in Georgia. This incident, reported by the Japanese Economic News on September 9, led to the detention of 475 individuals, including a significant number of…
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South Korea Negotiates Release of Detained Workers in Georgia
Background of the Immigration Raid In a significant turn of events, South Korea has concluded negotiations with the United States regarding the release of several Korean workers detained during an immigration raid in Georgia. These developments have raised concerns over immigration policies and workers’ rights, highlighting the need for a more humane approach to labor…
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South Korea and US Reach Agreement for Release of Detained Workers
Introduction In a significant development, South Korea has successfully concluded negotiations with the United States regarding the release of Korean workers detained in an immigration raid in Georgia. A presidential official confirmed the talks were finalized on Sunday, September 7. This agreement marks a crucial step towards ensuring the safe return of these workers. Background…