5.1.1 In the interest of making information regarding deficiencies and remedial measures
generally available, a summary of such reports should be made by the Organization in a timely
manner in order that the information can be disseminated in accordance with the
Organization’s procedures to all Parties to the relevant conventions. In the summary of
deficiency reports, an indication should be given of flag State action or whether a comment by
the flag State concerned is outstanding.
5.1.2 The appropriate committee should periodically evaluate the summary of the
deficiency reports in order to identify measures that may be necessary to ensure more
consistent and effective application of IMO instruments, paying close attention to the difficulties reported by Parties to the relevant conventions, particularly in respect of developing countries in their capacity as port States.
5.1.3 Recommendations to address such difficulties, when recognized by the appropriate
committee, should, where appropriate, be incorporated into the relevant IMO instrument and
any modifications relating to the procedures and obligations should be made in the port State
documentation.