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The U.S. State Department has
just issued its 2017 Annual Report on International Parental Child Abduction
under the International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act (ICAPRA). The
following is the Country Summary and related information for Pakistan:
Country Summary: During 2016, Pakistan did not adhere to any
protocols with respect to international parental child abduction. While
Pakistan acceded to the Convention in 2016, it is not a treaty partner with the
United States. As a result, there is no formal mechanism for resolving cases
under the Convention at this time. Pakistan was cited for non-compliance in the
2015 and 2016 reports.
Significant Developments: In December 2016, Pakistan acceded to the
Hague Abduction Convention, and the Convention entered into force on March 1,
2017. The United States is engaged in discussions with the Pakistan government
regarding partnering under the Convention. Central Authority: The United States
and the competent authorities in Pakistan had regular and productive discussions
on the best ways to resolve pending abduction cases under Pakistani law, and
the Pakistani government took steps to resolve such cases.
Voluntary Resolution: In 2016, three abduction cases were resolved
through voluntary means.
Location: The Department of State did not request assistance with
location from the Pakistani authorities.
Judicial Authorities: The United States is not aware of any
abduction cases brought before the Pakistani judiciary in 2016.
Enforcement: Custody decisions made by Pakistani courts were
generally enforced in a timely manner.
Department Recommendations: The Department will continue to engage
with Pakistani government officials regarding potential partnership. The
Department also recommends an emphasis on preventing abductions.
