A forum for participants of the Montreux Document on pertinent international legal obligations and good practices for states related to operations of private military and security companies during armed conflict.
On June 9th, 2025, Latvia officially became the 60th State Participant to the Montreux Document.
This illustrates the continued and growing engagement with the Document’s goals and principles. Latvia’s joining is a milestone as it marks the participation of all EU states, an encouraging step for further participation.
Latvia has a strong private security industry which makes its participation and engagement with the standards, regulations and principles of the MD incredibly valuable. We are also looking forward to their valuable contribution to the various exchanges and dialogues fostered and facilitated by the MDF Secretariat.
As we celebrate this achievement, we remain committed to advancing the next steps toward transparent and effective regulation of PMSCs, in full accordance with international humanitarian law and human rights.
We encourage the continued engagement of national authorities with the MDF. For any inquiries about the Montreux Document or the MDF's work, please feel free to contact us at this address: secretariat@montreuxdocument.org
