The President of South Korea, Lee Jae Myung, stated that South Korean companies might hesitate to maintain or initiate direct investments in the United States if Washington does not improve the visa system for Korean workers.

At a press conference, Lee called for improvements to the U.S. visa system following a raid in Georgia that led to the arrest of over 300 South Korean workers. The workers will be repatriated, and Lee emphasized that a more efficient visa system would facilitate South Korean investments in the U.S. The raid has generated anger in South Korea, highlighting cultural differences regarding immigration. Lee stated that an adequate visa system would have a significant impact on future South Korean investments. South Korea and the U.S. will form a working group to address these issues.