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Commentary: Develop Fulton Chair Urges Balance After Immigration Actions on Korean Firms in Georgia
The recent immigration enforcement actions in Georgia, which resulted in the detainment of more than 300 South Korean nationals, remind us of the delicate balance between upholding the laws of our land and leading with understanding in times of uncertainty, says Kwanza Hall, chairman of Develop Fulton.
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Kemp Set to Visit South Korea, Japan on First Asia Mission After ICE Raid
In the wake of the high-profile Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid on Georgia’s prized Hyundai factory near Savannah, Gov. Brian Kemp is set to visit South Korea on an economic mission.
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Hyundai to Invest $2.7B in Georgia, Showing Commitment Despite Immigration Raid
Even after a Sept. 4 immigration raid that threw a wrench into its operations, Hyundai Motor Group this week said Thursday it would invest $2.7 billion more in Georgia, clarifying plans to create 3,000 more jobs at its Metaplant near Savannah.
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Expert: After ICE Raid, Korean Investors Seek Reassurance, Vocal Support from State Leaders
As the fallout continues from the ICE raid on Hyundai’s plant near Savannah, Georgia leaders should be vocal in their support of Korean investors to restore trust and keep historic investments on track, a top expert on U.S.-Korea trade said in Atlanta Thursday.
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Weekly Briefing — Hyundai ICE Raid and the View From Asia
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Georgia moves to shore up Korea ties as Hyundai takes stock after ICE raid
As construction stopped this week at the South Korean-owned battery factory at the center of an immigration firestorm, Georgia moved amid the fallout to shore up its vital four-decade partnership with the country.
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Rare Earth Magnet Producer to Invest $223M in Columbus Amid Threat of Chinese Export Controls
A Korean producer of rare-earth permanent magnets used in electric vehicle motors, weapons systems, wind turbines and other critical industrial applications is setting up shop in Columbus, with plans to invest $223 million and hire 520 people.
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ICE Raid at Hyundai-LG Battery Facility Near Savannah Sweeps Up Nearly 500 Workers
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Pullback on Korean Battery Recycling Plant Could Portend More Trouble for Georgia’s Clean Energy Sector
A South Korean electric battery recycler is the latest clean-energy firm pulling back on investment plans for Georgia amid flagging demand for electric vehicles and the impending elimination of federal EV subsidies.