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Housing Ministry Urges Adding 20,000 Foreign Workers to Construction
Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing has officially requested an immediate increase of 20,000 foreign laborers through private channels. Officials warn that current shortages are severely stalling project completions despite rising housing starts. The industry leadership supports this urgent expansion, emphasizing that bringing in additional personnel via proven private pathways is critical to stabilizing the market and aligning production with overwhelming public demand.