I think it is important to note that trade relationships do more than just facilitate economic growth. this FTA recognizes our special relationship with South Korea that I mentioned before and makes the strong statement that we will continue to stand with our allies. South Korea is the fifth largest tourismgenerating country to the United States with over 800.000 Koreans visiting the U.S. every single year. This number is expected to double (at the minimum) when South Korea joins the Visa Waiver Program. According to the Department of Homeland Security. South Korea also has the largest foreign student population in the U.S.