International Abduction The Central Convention Authority is the competent body to provide assistance in issues and procedures in the field of international abduction. What to do in the event of child abduction The Conventions The Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, The Hague, 25 October 1980 The European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions concerning Custody of Children and on Restoration of Custody of Children, Luxemburg, 20 May 1980 The Convention for the Protection of Children, The Hague, 5 October 1961