On June 10, 2026, in Kyiv, representatives of the SEAL Center actively participated in a closed expert discussion titled "International Regulation and Governance of the Private Security Sector." The event was organized by the International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA), of which our SEAL Center is a member with the status of "ICoCA Observer."

The purpose of this expert discussion was to promote interdisciplinary exchange on the international regulation and governance of the private security sector. The event focused on discussing the content and understanding of the concept of “private security,” as well as conducting a comparative analysis of regulatory approaches applied in different jurisdictions, including the example of Switzerland. The discussion aimed to provide a platform for addressing contemporary challenges, international standards, and best practices related to the governance, oversight, and regulation of the private security sector, particularly in the context of armed conflict and post-conflict recovery.

The event contributed to developing a shared understanding among participants regarding the concept, scope, and boundaries of the private security sector, as well as the key international approaches to its regulation, including the Ukrainian experience. During the discussion, participants examined current challenges and prospects for the development of legal and institutional mechanisms governing the sector across different jurisdictions. In addition, the event sought to foster professional dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders, including representatives of government institutions, parliamentarians, practitioners, researchers, and members of the broader security community.