20th Meeting of States parties & 2025 elections, Committee Against Torture (CAT) - Morning Session
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States parties elect members to replace the five current members whose terms expire on 31 December 2025
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The Committee against Torture is composed of 10 independent experts who are persons of high moral standing and recognized competence in the field of human rights. Members are elected for a term of four years by States parties in accordance with article 17 of the Convention against Torture. Members serve in their personal capacity and may be re-elected if renominated.