New york: President Lee Jae Myung has expressed his intention to U.S. lawmakers to prevent future incidents involving the detention of South Korean workers, following a recent immigration raid at a battery plant in Georgia. During his visit to attend the U.N. General Assembly, Lee engaged in discussions with four U.S. lawmakers, including Rep. Young Kim (R-CA), Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE), and Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY).

According to Yonhap News Agency, President Lee emphasized the importance of ensuring that incidents similar to the recent detention of South Korean professionals in Georgia do not occur again. The discussion with U.S. lawmakers focused on improving the visa system, with an emphasis on bilateral efforts to enhance visa procedures. The lawmakers expressed their hope that these efforts would support the advancement of the "Partner with Korea Act," which aims to provide high-skilled visas for Korean nationals.

In July, Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) and Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA) reintroduced the "Partner with Korea Act," which proposes the creation of 15,000 E-4 visas specifically for Korean nationals with specialized education or expertise. This legislative initiative is seen as a step towards strengthening the bilateral relationship between South Korea and the United States, particularly in areas requiring specialized skills and knowledge.