A. R. Downer. the Australian Minister for Immigration. to convey to this meeting and to Congressman Walters relatives. a message of our deep appreciation for all that Congressman Walter did to provide a brighter and happier future for so many people scattered throughout our various member states. The message from Mr. Downer reads a follows: "It is fitting that the Council of ICEM should -pay tribute to the late Congressman Francis E. Walter. "While Congressman Walters service was widely recognized in the United States. he also gained renown in the international sphere for his untiring work and efforts for migrants and refugees. "The creation of ICEM was due in large measure to the foresight of Congressman Walter. who saw how the wardevastated countries of Europe and the developing countries of the New World could mutually benefit from the free movement of people within the framework of intercontinentally planned migration. "As Minister for Immigration. I express gratitude for Congressman Walters initiative and for what ICEM has meant to Australia. and at the same time reaffirm our support for ICEM." Thank you. Mr.
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