Jobs for the locals I say it should be. Sure, when there aren't any more local people to fill the positions, then look elsewhere. But a country should be looking after it's own people first and not allowing foreign labour in unless they cannot get locals who are suitable for the position.
Having said that, if a country allows companies to employ foreigners ahead of their own people when there are locals available and qualified for the job, then don't blame the people that take the jobs. Blame the company for hiring them and the government for allowing the companies to hire them.