遭特朗普政府突袭后,现代汽车在美电池厂建设推迟数月
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen·2025-09-11 21:37

Core Points - The construction of Hyundai's battery plant in Georgia will be delayed by at least two to three months due to a recent immigration enforcement raid by the Trump administration [1][2] - The raid resulted in the arrest of 475 workers, primarily Korean nationals, highlighting the impact of U.S. immigration policies on foreign investments [1][3] - Hyundai remains committed to the U.S. market despite the unfortunate incident, continuing to invest significantly in the region [2] Group 1: Impact of Immigration Enforcement - The raid by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is described as the largest single-site enforcement action in the agency's history [3] - The enforcement action has led to a severe labor shortage for Korean companies operating in the U.S. [1][3] - The U.S. Secretary of Commerce indicated that the Trump administration plans to provide short-term visas for foreign skilled workers needed for new construction projects [1] Group 2: Investment Plans and Economic Implications - Hyundai has increased its investment commitment in the U.S. to $26 billion, up from a previous $21 billion, which includes $9 billion for expanding automotive production and $12 billion for other projects [4][5] - The Georgia plant, with a total investment of $7.6 billion, is set to be the largest manufacturing project in the state, aiming to employ 8,500 people by 2031 [5] - The recent enforcement actions have raised concerns about the viability of these substantial investments, as companies face challenges in securing appropriate work visas for their employees [5] Group 3: Visa Challenges - Korean companies have reportedly used inappropriate visa types to send employees to the U.S. for significant manufacturing projects, complicating their operations [5] - Despite a free trade agreement between the U.S. and South Korea, there has been no targeted work visa program for South Korean workers, which has been a recurring issue raised by the Korean government [5] - The duality of U.S. policy, which encourages investment while treating foreign workers harshly, has been criticized by industry leaders [5]

遭特朗普政府突袭后,现代汽车在美电池厂建设推迟数月 - Reportify