Korean Investment

Seoul Demands US Visa System Fix for Continued Investment

Seoul says US must fix its visa system if it wants Korea’s investments, and honestly, that sentiment makes a whole lot of sense. It seems like a pretty basic expectation: if you want foreign money, you need to treat foreign workers, and anyone visiting, with a degree of respect and fairness. The current situation, as it’s being perceived, feels far from that.

It’s hard to ignore the growing concerns. Stories of detentions, racial profiling, and the general feeling of being unwelcome are circulating. Why would anyone, especially a company looking to invest millions, subject themselves to that kind of environment? It’s not just about the visa system itself; it’s about the arbitrary enforcement of the rules and the lack of due process.… Continue reading