Over 300 South Korean workers, detained in a US immigration raid at a Georgia Hyundai plant, returned home on Friday. Their detention, including footage showing them shackled, sparked outrage in South Korea. The workers, part of a larger group of 475 detained, were released following negotiations between South Korean and US officials. While initially delayed by the US, their release was secured, with a promise to explore new visa categories for skilled South Korean workers. The incident highlighted concerns about US visa systems and their impact on South Korean investments.

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