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Committee against Torture
The Committee against Torture is composed of 10 independent experts who are persons of high moral character 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 nominated.
The current membership of the Committee against Torture is:
| Name of member | Nationality | Terms expires on 31 December |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Todd BUCHWALD | United States of America | 2025 |
| Mr. Claude HELLER Chairperson |
Mexico | 2023 |
| Mr. Erdogan ISCAN Rapporteur |
Türkiye | 2023 |
| Mr. LIU Huawen | China | 2025 |
| Ms. MAEDA Naoko | Japan | 2025 |
| Ms. Ilvija PUCE | Latvia | 2023 |
| Ms. Ana RACU Vice-Chairperson |
Moldova | 2023 |
| Mr. Abderrazak ROUWANE | Morocco | 2025 |
| Mr. Sébastien TOUZE Vice-Chairperson |
France | 2023 |
| Mr. Bakhtiyar TUZMUKHAMEDOV Vice-Chairperson |
Russian Federation | 2025 |