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Transcript – Are Changes in Security Policy Jeopardizing U.S. Agency for International Development Reconstruction Projects and Personnel in Afghanistan hearing

Federal News Service March 29, 2012 Thursday Hearing of the National Security, Homeland Defense and Foreign Operations Subcommittee of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Subject: “Are Changes in Security… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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BIMCO publishes much anticipated GUARDCON Contract

BIMCO publishes much anticipated GUARDCON Contract BIMCO is pleased to announce the publication of the GUARDCON standard contract for the employment of security guards on vessels. This brand new contract has… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Lawmakers Wary Of Early Findings From Afghan Audit

National Journal Daily AM March 30, 2012 Lawmakers Wary Of Early Findings From Afghan Audit By Sara Sorcher The leaders of a House Oversight and Government Reform panel showed their impatience… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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But That Is Another Story

  David Isenberg Author, ‘Shadow Force: Private Security Contractors in Iraq’ But That Is Another Story Posted: 03/30/2012 5:13 pm Hmm, perhaps the private military and security (PMSC) industry is right;… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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U.S. to pay more for Afghan security guards, auditor says

U.S. to pay more for Afghan security guards, auditor says By Ernesto Londoño, Published: March 28 KABUL — The cost of providing security for U.S. development work in Afghanistan will increase sharply… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Three Myths of the Private Security Contractor

Three Myths of the Private Security Contractor by Bravo Three · March 25, 2012 · The draw down and the cutbacks of the military have actually increased the need for armed… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Piracy fighters use floating armories

APNewsBreak: Piracy fighters use floating armories Private security firms are storing their guns aboard floating armories in international waters so ships that want armed anti-piracy guards can cut costs and circumvent… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Afghanistan Moves to Abolish Private Security Firms

March 22, 2012 Afghanistan Moves to Abolish Private Security Firms Brian Padden | Islamabad Afghan forces stand guard during a security transition ceremony from private security companies to the Afghan government… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Explainer: The Afghan Public Protection Force

Explainer: The Afghan Public Protection Force   By Abubakar Siddique March 21, 2012 Time is running out for companies operating in Afghanistan to make the switch from private security firms to… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Afghanistan wants private soldiers out

Afghanistan wants private soldiers out   by The Canadian Press – Story: 72610 Mar 18, 2012 / 11:00 am The Afghan government is giving companies extensions ranging from a few weeks… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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