Guatemala launches a multi-stakeholder process to strengthen private security regulation in line with international norms and good practices

On 23 August, the government of Guatemala officially launched a multi-stakeholder initiative to strengthen the current national regulation on PMSCs.

The Organization of American States calls Member States to adhere to the Montreux Document

On the 29th of June, the Organization of American States (OAS) reaffirmed its commitment to promoting and strengthening support for the Montreux Document and the International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA).

Romania joins the Montreux Document Forum!

On the 21st of September 2023 Romania officially declared its participation in the Montreux Document, proudly becoming the 59th State.

Check out the new online course on private military and security regulation!

Challenges and recommendations

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Advisory Support for Private Military and Security Regulation

DCAF, in its capacity as the Montreux Document Forum Secretariat, invites States to submit requests for advisory support related to the regulation of private military and security companies.

Independent research confirms the positive impact of the Montreux Document on the reduction of PMSC’s violence against civilians

Research authored by Charlotte Penel and Ulrich Petersohn shows strong evidence of the impact of the implementation of the Montreux Document on the decrease of violence against civilians during and after the end of hostilities.