The first meeting of the U.S.-Republic of Korea Business Travel and Visa Working Group took place in Washington on September 30. The event was co-chaired by Kevin Kim, Senior Bureau Official for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and Jung Kihong, Ambassador and Government Representative for Korean Nationals Overseas Protection and Consular Affairs. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between the two countries to support shared investment goals.
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau opened the session with remarks that described the Republic of Korea as a leading investor in the United States. He stated, "He reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to welcome and encourage foreign investment, particularly from the ROK, and emphasized the critical role of skilled personnel in ensuring the success of these investments." Various representatives from across the U.S. government were present at the meeting, demonstrating broad support for this bilateral initiative.
The U.S. government expressed strong backing for investments that contribute to American reindustrialization, reinforce the alliance between the United States and South Korea, and promote mutual prosperity. Officials highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen trade and investment ties by facilitating visa processing for qualified visitors from South Korea who wish to invest in America, while adhering to U.S. legal requirements.
