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The High Commissioner welcomed the ASEAN initiative to help alleviate refugee problems in South East Asia and the elaboration of the ASEAN proposal by Professor Mochtar. The High Commissioner indicated that UNHCR was ready to study the feasibility of possible sites and seek funding once details were agreed upon by all concerned. With regard to resettlement commitments for those who might be processed from the centre, the High Commissioner noted that such commitments would naturally need to be assured by countries of resettlement.
The High Commissioner underlined the prospect of continuing and increasing resettlement opportunities and their relevance to future planning. The High Commissioner also reiterated the need for humane policies of asylum and the co-operation of all concerned in order to achieve durable solutions.
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