{"id":44501,"date":"2026-01-05T18:21:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T12:51:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=44501"},"modified":"2026-01-05T18:21:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T12:51:11","slug":"india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/","title":{"rendered":"India Pakistan Prisoner Exchange 2026 | 2008 Consular Access Agreement News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#India_Pakistan_prisoner_exchange_2026_India_shares_391_civil_prisoners_33_fishermen_lists_with_Pakistan_under_2008_Consular_Access_Agreement_Key_insights_for_competitive_exams\" >India Pakistan prisoner exchange 2026: India shares 391 civil prisoners &amp; 33 fishermen lists with Pakistan under 2008 Consular Access Agreement. Key insights for competitive exams.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#India_and_Pakistan_Exchange_Prisoner_Lists_Under_2008_Consular_Pact\" >India and Pakistan Exchange Prisoner Lists Under 2008 Consular Pact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Routine_Diplomatic_Exercise_Amid_Broader_Bilateral_Context\" >Routine Diplomatic Exercise Amid Broader Bilateral Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Indias_Diplomatic_Push_for_Repatriation_and_Welfare\" >India\u2019s Diplomatic Push for Repatriation and Welfare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#About_the_2008_Consular_Access_Agreement\" >About the 2008 Consular Access Agreement<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exam_Aspirants\" >Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Relevance_to_General_Studies_International_Relations\" >Relevance to General Studies &amp; International Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Humanitarian_and_Legal_Dimensions\" >Humanitarian and Legal Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Connections_to_Security_and_Strategic_Affairs\" >Connections to Security and Strategic Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Exam-oriented_Focus_Areas\" >Exam-oriented Focus Areas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Historical_Context_India-Pakistan_Prisoner_Exchanges\" >Historical Context: India-Pakistan Prisoner Exchanges<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Background_of_India-Pakistan_Consular_Arrangements\" >Background of India-Pakistan Consular Arrangements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Purpose_of_the_Agreement\" >Purpose of the Agreement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Continuity_Amid_Diplomatic_Tensions\" >Continuity Amid Diplomatic Tensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia-Pakistan_Prisoner_List_Exchange%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia-Pakistan Prisoner List Exchange\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-pakistan-prisoner-exchange\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Pakistan_prisoner_exchange_2026_India_shares_391_civil_prisoners_33_fishermen_lists_with_Pakistan_under_2008_Consular_Access_Agreement_Key_insights_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>India Pakistan prisoner exchange 2026: India shares 391 civil prisoners &amp; 33 fishermen lists with Pakistan under 2008 Consular Access Agreement. Key insights for competitive exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_and_Pakistan_Exchange_Prisoner_Lists_Under_2008_Consular_Pact\"><\/span><strong>India and Pakistan Exchange Prisoner Lists Under 2008 Consular Pact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Routine_Diplomatic_Exercise_Amid_Broader_Bilateral_Context\"><\/span><strong>Routine Diplomatic Exercise Amid Broader Bilateral Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India and Pakistan have once again carried out a significant diplomatic routine \u2014 <em>the exchange of lists of civil prisoners and fishermen held in each other\u2019s custody<\/em>. This exchange was conducted simultaneously through diplomatic channels in <strong>New Delhi and Islamabad<\/strong> under the provisions of the <strong>Bilateral Agreement on Consular Access, 2008<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under this mechanism, both countries share detailed lists of nationals detained in the other country. On this occasion, <strong>India shared details of 391 civil prisoners and 33 fishermen<\/strong> who are Pakistani citizens or believed to be Pakistani in India\u2019s custody. In return, <strong>Pakistan provided lists of 58 Indian civil prisoners and 199 Indian fishermen<\/strong> held in Pakistan\u2019s custody. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This exercise is more than a bureaucratic procedure; it reflects the humanitarian concerns on both sides. Many prisoners, especially <strong>fishermen, are detained due to accidental crossing of maritime boundaries<\/strong> in the Arabian Sea \u2014 a common occurrence given the proximity of fishing grounds near the India-Pakistan maritime boundary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Diplomatic_Push_for_Repatriation_and_Welfare\"><\/span><strong>India\u2019s Diplomatic Push for Repatriation and Welfare<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has strongly urged Pakistan to <em>expedite the release and repatriation<\/em> of Indian nationals who have completed their sentences. According to official statements by the <strong>Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)<\/strong>, New Delhi has specifically requested the <strong>early repatriation of 167 Indians<\/strong> \u2014 including fishermen and civil prisoners \u2014 currently held in Pakistan. Apart from this, India has also asked for <strong>immediate consular access to 35 prisoners<\/strong> whose nationality is believed to be Indian but who have not yet been granted access. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensuring safety, security, and welfare of these detainees is a prime concern, especially since prolonged detention poses humanitarian challenges. India\u2019s consistent diplomatic engagement has resulted in positive outcomes over the years \u2014 as <strong>thousands of Indian fishermen and a number of civilian prisoners have been repatriated since 2014<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_2008_Consular_Access_Agreement\"><\/span><strong>About the 2008 Consular Access Agreement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bilateral Agreement on Consular Access (2008)<\/strong> between India and Pakistan is the legal basis for these exchanges. It stipulates that both countries must share <strong>prisoner and detained citizen lists twice a year \u2014 on January 1 and July 1 \u2014 through diplomatic channels<\/strong>. Beyond listing names, this agreement ensures that detained individuals have access to consular officials, which is key for safeguarding their <strong>legal rights and welfare<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This agreement is part of broader consular protocols that help manage humanitarian and legal dimensions of bilateral relations, even when political or strategic ties may remain strained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-Pakistan-prisoner-exchange\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"India Pakistan prisoner exchange\" title=\"India Pakistan prisoner exchange\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Pakistan prisoner exchange<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_General_Studies_International_Relations\"><\/span><strong>Relevance to General Studies &amp; International Relations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>India-Pakistan prisoner list exchange<\/strong> is a recurring but important event in India\u2019s foreign relations. It highlights how two neighbouring countries with a complex history still follow institutionalised diplomatic agreements. Such mechanisms \u2014 like the <strong>Consular Access Agreement of 2008<\/strong> \u2014 are key components of <strong>international law and diplomacy<\/strong>, essential topics in UPSC, State PSCs, and banking\/SSC exams under the General Awareness section. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Humanitarian_and_Legal_Dimensions\"><\/span><strong>Humanitarian and Legal Dimensions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This news touches upon <em>humanitarian concerns<\/em> \u2014 specifically the detention and repatriation of prisoners and fishermen. For government exams, understanding how countries protect the rights of their citizens abroad (through consular access and diplomatic negotiations) is critical. This is especially relevant for exams that test awareness of <strong>constitutional rights, international conventions, and state responsibilities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connections_to_Security_and_Strategic_Affairs\"><\/span><strong>Connections to Security and Strategic Affairs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the practice is administrative, it reflects broader <strong>security and bilateral ties<\/strong> between India and Pakistan. The continued adherence to consular mechanisms despite political tensions demonstrates how legal agreements help maintain channels of communication \u2014 a key insight for defence and civil services aspirants studying South Asian geopolitics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam-oriented_Focus_Areas\"><\/span><strong>Exam-oriented Focus Areas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students should focus on the <strong>provisions and purpose<\/strong> of the <strong>Consular Access Agreement (2008)<\/strong>, the <strong>process of diplomatic exchanges<\/strong>, and the <em>humanitarian angles<\/em> such as prisoner welfare, consular rights, and repatriation policies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_India-Pakistan_Prisoner_Exchanges\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: India-Pakistan Prisoner Exchanges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background_of_India-Pakistan_Consular_Arrangements\"><\/span><strong>Background of India-Pakistan Consular Arrangements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India and Pakistan, since their partition in 1947, have had a complex relationship marked by conflicts and cooperation. In an effort to institutionalise humanitarian mechanisms, both countries signed the <strong>Bilateral Agreement on Consular Access in 2008<\/strong>. This agreement mandates the <strong>exchange of lists of civil prisoners and detained fishermen twice annually<\/strong> \u2014 on <strong>January 1 and July 1<\/strong> \u2014 through diplomatic channels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_of_the_Agreement\"><\/span><strong>Purpose of the Agreement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The consular pact was designed to ensure that <strong>detained nationals have access to their consulate or diplomatic mission<\/strong>, enabling legal rights, health, and welfare support. Over the years, the agreement has enabled the <strong>repatriation of thousands of Indian fishermen and a considerable number of civil prisoners<\/strong> who were detained across the international border due to boundary violations at sea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Continuity_Amid_Diplomatic_Tensions\"><\/span><strong>Continuity Amid Diplomatic Tensions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite periods of strained relations \u2014 including military standoffs and political tensions \u2014 both sides have <em>continuously adhered<\/em> to this institutionalised process, demonstrating the role of legal agreements in maintaining <strong>minimal diplomatic engagement<\/strong>. This continuation underscores how treaties and consular agreements help manage bilateral issues over decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia-Pakistan_Prisoner_List_Exchange%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia-Pakistan Prisoner List Exchange\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civil prisoners and fishermen through diplomatic channels under the <strong>2008 Consular Access Agreement<\/strong>. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>India shared details of <strong>391 civil prisoners and 33 fishermen<\/strong> in its custody, while Pakistan shared <strong>58 civil prisoners and 199 fishermen<\/strong> held in its custody. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The exchange takes place <strong>twice a year \u2014 January 1 and July 1<\/strong> \u2014 as per the agreement\u2019s provisions. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>India has urged Pakistan for <strong>early release, repatriation, and consular access<\/strong> for Indian detainees and fishermen. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Since 2014, <strong>thousands of Indian fishermen and hundreds of civilian prisoners<\/strong> have been repatriated through sustained diplomatic efforts. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Pakistan prisoner exchange<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does this news relate to competitive exams?<\/strong><br>It is relevant for topics like <strong>international relations, India\u2011Pakistan diplomacy, consular rights, legal frameworks for citizens abroad<\/strong>, and current affairs sections in <strong>UPSC, PSCs, SSC, Banking, and Defence exams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the India\u2011Pakistan prisoner list exchange?<\/strong><br>The India\u2011Pakistan prisoner list exchange is a diplomatic exercise where both countries share lists of civil prisoners and fishermen held in each other\u2019s custody, conducted under the <strong>2008 Bilateral Agreement on Consular Access<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How often do India and Pakistan exchange these lists?<\/strong><br>The lists are exchanged <strong>twice a year \u2014 on January 1 and July 1<\/strong> \u2014 through diplomatic channels in New Delhi and Islamabad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why are Indian fishermen detained in Pakistan?<\/strong><br>Most Indian fishermen are detained for <strong>accidental crossing of maritime boundaries<\/strong> in the Arabian Sea, which sometimes happens due to unclear fishing demarcations near the India\u2011Pakistan maritime border.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the purpose of the 2008 Consular Access Agreement?<\/strong><br>The agreement ensures <strong>detainees\u2019 legal rights, consular access, welfare, and potential repatriation<\/strong>, regardless of the political relationship between India and Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How many prisoners and fishermen did India and Pakistan share in the latest exchange?<\/strong><br>India shared <strong>391 civil prisoners and 33 fishermen<\/strong> in its custody, while Pakistan shared <strong>58 civil prisoners and 199 fishermen<\/strong> in its custody.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has the exchange resulted in repatriation of prisoners?<\/strong><br>Yes, <strong>thousands of Indian fishermen and hundreds of civilian prisoners<\/strong> have been repatriated since 2014 through this diplomatic mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is consular access, and why is it important?<\/strong><br>Consular access allows a detained national to <strong>communicate with their country\u2019s diplomatic officials<\/strong>, ensuring legal support, health, and welfare during detention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is this exchange a new development between India and Pakistan?<\/strong><br>No, this is a <strong>recurring diplomatic procedure<\/strong>, institutionalized under the 2008 agreement to protect the rights of detained nationals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which government body handles the prisoner 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