UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY (UNGA) - DISEC

“Peace is not absence of conflict, it is the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means.”
– Ronald Reagan

AGENDA: Impact of the recent peace talks on enhancing the compliance and regulatory mechanism for private military and security companies with special focus on the ongoing Russo - Ukrainian conflict and global security.

The shadow of private military and security companies (PMSCs) looms larger than ever over today's battlefields. As Ukraine debates legalizing its own PMCs to enhance defense efficiency, Russia has moved to centralize control over its mercenary forces, with notorious groups like Wagner playing pivotal roles in the protracted battles of Bakhmut and beyond.

Recent Russian efforts to consolidate and regulate PMCs reflect a broader global trend: governments are increasingly seeking to both leverage and constrain these private actors, recognizing their ability to adapt quickly and innovate in conflict zones.

Meanwhile, Ukraine's arms industry has undergone a dramatic transformation. Private firms now account for over half of state defense contracts, driving modernization and resilience amid relentless attacks and shifting foreign aid dynamics. These developments highlight the urgent need for robust international compliance and regulatory frameworks—especially as both sides in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict rely more heavily on non-state military actors.

Recent peace talks have generated momentum for global action. Ukraine's draft legislation on PMCs—backed by the Ministry of Defense but facing calls for tighter oversight—aims to harness private initiative for national defense while minimizing the risk of abuse.

At the same time, international scrutiny has intensified: the UK's designation of the Wagner Group as a terrorist organization and ongoing debates over transparency in the arms industry underscore the high stakes for global security.

Delegates at the Assembly of Nations 2025 will confront these evolving realities head-on, tasked with developing innovative solutions to regulate PMSCs, prevent war crimes, and ensure accountability in an era where the lines between state and private warfare are increasingly blurred.

**Double delegation (compulsory committee)**