Mozambique’s parliament has ratified an extradition treaty with Russia, paving the way for the transfer of citizens wanted for crimes carrying prison sentences of at least two years, according to reports monitored here on Wednesday.
The accord, signed in May 2025 in Saint Petersburg, is intended to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in combating crime at both national and transnational levels.
The agreement, formalised through Resolution 88/2025, designates the Attorney General’s Offices of Mozambique and Russia as the central authorities responsible for handling extradition requests.
It is expected to come into force in February, 30 days after publication, with the ministries overseeing Justice and Foreign Affairs tasked with implementing the necessary procedures.
Under the terms of the deal, either country may refuse an extradition request if it believes the individual could face persecution based on race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political opinion or gender, or if there is a risk of torture or degrading treatment.
The agreement further allows for the transfer of assets linked to criminal activity, subject to domestic law and third‑party rights.
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