By Park Si-soo
Police and the justice ministry have launched a rare joint crackdown on undocumented foreign workers and their Korean employers.
The crackdown will last for one month during which officials will scrutinize workplaces known for having many illegal foreign workers. Primary targets include construction sites, massage parlors, bars and other night entertainment facilities.
Illegal foreign workers will be subject to deportation and banned from entering Korea for 10 years. Employers caught hiring them will be prosecuted.
The justice ministry plans to work with other government agencies to bolster the crackdown's efficiency.
"The crackdown will be conducted according to laws and regulations and with various safety measures in place to ensure no one will be injured during the operation," a justice ministry official said.