An economist, Yeah Kim Leng, has identified legal complications and local opposition as significant obstacles to a proposal for employing refugees. He attributes the current impasse to a lack of a comprehensive policy framework governing refugee employment. Further hindering progress is the failure of a previous pilot project launched in 2017, which did not yield positive results. This prior unsuccessful attempt has fueled resistance to new initiatives. The absence of clear guidelines creates uncertainty for both employers and refugees. Without addressing these legal and practical concerns, implementing a successful refugee employment program remains challenging. The economist’s assessment highlights the need for a revised approach and stronger policy support.