Washington's Neglect of South Korea's Security Concerns
Washington's neglect of South Korea's security concerns is a proliferation problem that needs to be addressed.
To deflate Seoul's nuclear ambitions, Washington needs to make its commitment to South Korean security credible and demonstrate that it sees its ally as an equal partner.
Recent Tensions
Former Daegu Mayor and presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo has described the recent arrests and detentions of Korean workers in Georgia as an "intentional provocation" by the United States, calling for South Korea to consider its own nuclear weapons program.
The recent arrests and detentions of Korean workers in Georgia is an "intentional provocation" by the United States.
- In September, the US Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) raided a battery plant in Georgia.
- The plant was operated by South Korean companies Hyundai and LG Energy Solution.
- Of the 475 people detained, over 300 were South Korean nationals.
ICE claimed the workers had overstayed their visas or committed other violations of immigration law, but did not provide evidence.
Author's summary: Washington neglects South Korea's security concerns.