Minister for Justice David Adeang said while the Government has consistently sought to correct false reports about conditions and safety of the refugees, it has also always stated the need to find suitable third countries for permanent resettlement.
"Under the original agreement Nauru was only ever a temporary home, and this has been a focus of our discussions with Australia for a long time.
"Finding appropriate countries is a key part of the success of the refugee processing and temporary settlement arrangements.”
