International Covenant On Civil and Political Rights - National Implementation and Effects

National Implementation and Effects

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights has 167 states parties, 67 by signature and ratification, and the remainder by accession or succession. Another five states have signed but have yet to ratify the treaty.

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