Over 300 South Korean workers, detained in Georgia for allegedly working illegally at a battery plant, are being sent home on a chartered flight. The incident, following a recent summit pledging economic cooperation, sparked concern in South Korea about future US investment. While the US agreed to allow the workers' release without restraints and to facilitate future entry, the situation highlights a lack of skilled worker visas for South Koreans, a contrast to agreements held by other nations. The incident is seen as a clash between US government incentives for foreign investment and immigration enforcement priorities. Both countries are working to resolve the visa issue.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.