The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty designed to protect children from wrongful removal or retention by a parent or guardian across national borders. It establishes a legal framework for swiftly returning abducted children to their country of habitual residence. The Convention aims to ensure that custody decisions are made by the courts of the child's home country, rather than by the abductor in a foreign land. This helps to reinforce the principle that children should remain in their familiar environment, promoting their well-being and stability during family disputes.