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2021/0182(NLE)EEuropean Parliament

Hague Convention (1980) on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: accession of Pakistan

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Last active 25 Nov 2021

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What this bill does

In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.

This proposal lets EU Member States accept Pakistan into the international child abduction return system.

Who it affects

It affects children and parents involved in cross-border abduction or retention cases between Pakistan and EU Member States, except Denmark.

Core of the proposal
  • Authorises Member States to accept Pakistan’s accession to the 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention.
  • Requires declarations of acceptance within twelve months after the Decision is adopted.
  • Makes the Convention apply between Pakistan and accepting EU Member States.
  • Requires Member States to notify the Council and Commission after depositing declarations.
Key provisions
Takes effect
The Decision enters into force the day after publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Latest update

26 May 2026

The most recent development in this bill's progress.

Moved to European Parliament

Documents

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SourcesOEIL