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short period of operation, however it seems likely (whatever the other benefits of the scheme to participants) that it will not significantly increase rescue unless participating governments take a more active role in promotion. It is recommended that participants "top up" their quotas to the extent requested in the covering letter to this Report and examine the possibility of streamlining selection procedures for no-link (Category 3) refugees submitted under the scheme to obtain an early decision. Such streamlining would do much to help achieve one of the main aims of the scheme proportional burden sharing.
72.
As mentioned in paragraph 71, the increase in DISERO disembarkations is expected to grow in the future. Participants are requested not only to renew their pledges to this scheme but also to assist in its smooth administration by ensuring disembarkation guarantees can be provided within 48 hours of a request.
73.
To judge from the opinions of members of the maritime world, the single most important factor leading to the increase in rescue is the existence and publication of the Reimbursement Fund. This Headquarters administered Fund, made possible by a generous donation from the United States, presents few problems and should be continued in the future.
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The dialogue with the maritime community and the kind of direct promotional activities described in paragraphs 56 to 68 should continue. attention should be given in 1986 to those countries possessing a significant maritime presence in the Region, including the growing fleets of East and Southeast Asia.
75. Finally, RASRO member governments are requested to study the Procedural Paper on use of the Rasro Transit Centre (RTC) attached as Annex 5. The RTC should be available to receive refugees in the very near future.