The state of Georgia has reached the 40th anniversary of its Korean Office.
Governor Brian Kemp and his wife are set to travel to South Korea to strengthen economic ties between the country and the state.
This trip comes after the ICE raid of Georgia’s Hyundai plant in September, when approximately 300 Korean workers were detained and sent back to their home country. Governor Kemp has stated that his trip was planned well in advance of the incident.
Georgia and Korea have had a working relationship since 1976 when one of Korea’s American Consular Offices was established in the state. For the last three years, Korea has been Georgia’s third largest partner in trade. Atlanta has the 7th largest population of Koreans in America, according to Pew research.
In a press release from the Governor's office, Kemp said that “Georgia has enjoyed a strong and friendly relationship with the Republic of Korea for 40 years.”
