The Department of State has submitted its 2025 Annual Report on International Child Abduction to Congress. This report highlights the U.S. government's efforts to prevent international parental child abduction, assist families involved in such cases, and promote adherence to the Hague Abduction Convention.
According to the Department of State, "the Hague Abduction Convention is one of the most effective tools to deter and resolve international parental child abduction and secure the prompt return of abducted children." The department actively engages with foreign governments to encourage them to join the Convention and meet their treaty obligations. However, it notes that some countries have not joined or fail to comply with their commitments.
The report identifies 15 countries as demonstrating a pattern of noncompliance: Argentina, The Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Bulgaria, Ecuador, Egypt, Honduras, India, Jordan, Peru, Poland, the Republic of Korea, Romania, and the United Arab Emirates.
The Department emphasizes its commitment "to protecting the safety and well-being of U.S. citizens overseas," particularly focusing on children as vulnerable individuals.
Further details can be found in the full report available on the Department's website.