gCaptain provides a look at the Australian response to illegal immigration by boat in light of a recent fatal incident.
This looks a lot like the US situation with the map turned 180 degrees. Their “Pacific Solution” is a bit different.
Chuck Hill's CG Blog
Chuck Hill's CG Blog 
Rescue efforts are now suspended. 55 survivors were recovered. 34 by HMAS Maitlan, which is a vessel similar to the USCG Webber Class Fast Response Cutters. Almost 100 presumed lost.
http://gcaptain.com/search-rescue-operations-conclude/