Private Security Company Association of Iraq

For some time, the association was involved in efforts to enforce standard rules and regulations as guidelines, for conducting private security operations in Iraq.

The PSCAI was a strong advocate for accountability in the private security company industry and according to its charter, "Will insist upon behaviours consistent with norms and conventions of the international community."

The association charter further states, "the PSCAI maintains an active interest in the conduct and behaviour of all PSCs and fundamentally recognizes that its Members must operate within the Law of Iraq."

Related to transparency for the private security company industry, the PSCAI works to establish and maintain a network with members, the Iraqi and relevant Governments, Coalition, PSC clients, media and other stakeholders that allow discussion and resolution of security related issues with transparency, accountability, mutual understanding and trust."

The PSCAI maintains an active interest in the conduct and behaviour of all PSCs and fundamentally recognizes that its members must operate within the Law of Iraq and endeavours to engender good will and foster good relationships within the Iraqi community by the promotion of acceptable practices based on the fundamental respect for the rights and dignity for the Iraqi people.