FEDERALpresidential document

Presidential Waiver Regarding Turkey and the Child Soldiers Prevention Act

Original title: Presidential Determination and Certification With Respect to the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008

June 28, 2024

Foreign Policy Human Rights Turkey Child Soldiers Prevention Act

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The Frame

What this does

This decision impacts U.S. foreign aid policy and reflects the government's assessment of Turkey's efforts to combat the recruitment and use of child soldiers.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 28, 2024.

What's next

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Summary

President Biden has issued a waiver for Turkey regarding the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008. This action allows the U.S. to continue certain forms of assistance to Turkey based on the determination that the country is taking steps to address the issue of child soldiers.

Why It Matters

This decision impacts U.S. foreign aid policy and reflects the government's assessment of Turkey's efforts to combat the recruitment and use of child soldiers.

Key Facts

President Biden waived the prohibition on assistance to Turkey under the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008.
The administration certified that Turkey is actively working to address the use of child soldiers.
The Secretary of State is directed to submit this certification to Congress and publish it in the Federal Register.