SaralnamaAnger erupted in Seoul on when Trump called detained South Korean workers 'illegal aliens'. About 300 South Koreans were among 475 workers arrested at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia, USA. It was ICE's largest single-site raid. South Korean President Lee ordered swift action. Foreign Minister Cho expressed deep concern and may visit Washington. The opposition party called it a 'grave matter' that could harm Korean businesses in the US. Hyundai and LG are monitoring the situation. South Korea has invested billions in US factories to avoid tariffs and access the market. (Updated 6 Sep 2025, 18:19 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Anger erupted in Seoul on when Trump called detained South Korean workers 'illegal aliens'
- About 300 South Koreans were among 475 workers arrested at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia, USA
- It was ICE's largest single-site raid