The government is reconsidering the decision to stop importing construction workers from India and Sri Lanka, following pressure from stakeholders in the construction sector. The Population and Immigration Authority announced the cessation of bringing workers from these countries starting in 2027, due to concerns about human trafficking. This decision has sparked significant opposition, as the sector heavily relies on workers from these countries, and contractors fear impacts on work continuity and construction costs. The Ministry of Housing proposes to increase the quota of foreign workers by 20,000 and to develop a new recruitment model, where the public sector will collaborate with the private sector in the target countries. Meanwhile, the Contractors Association is calling to reevaluate the cessation and keep the private route open until a new solution is established. The current situation, where about 20,000 workers are missing, could lead to delays in projects and higher costs, especially in light of the impacts of the war and the decrease in the number of Palestinian workers.