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their humanitarian obligations.
We take this opportunity to pay tribute to the owners masters and crews of the vessels of many nationalities who in keeping with highest traditions of sea and despite the difficulties have rescued thousands from small boats in these waters.
Accept Sir assurances our highest consideration.
C. P. Srivastava
Secretary-General
Inter-Governmental Maritime
Pour Hartling
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Consultative Organization
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