The States signatory to the present Convention,
Considering the need to provide for the protection in international situations of
adults who, by reason of an impairment or insufficiency of their personal faculties,
are not in a position to protect their interests,
Wishing to avoid conflicts between their legal systems in respect of jurisdiction,
applicable law, recognition and enforcement of measures for the protection of adults,
Recalling the importance of international co-operation for the protection of adults,
Affirming that the interests of the adult and respect for his or her dignity and autonomy
are to be primary considerations,