private military company (PMC)

A private military company (PMC) is a private organization that offers military services, such as security, training, logistics, and advisory support, typically to governments, corporations, or NGOs. PMCs operate independently of national armed forces and often work in conflict zones or unstable regions where they provide specialized security and tactical expertise. They are hired to supplement or replace military functions, and their roles can include protecting personnel and assets, conducting intelligence operations, or assisting in training local security forces. PMCs are regulated by contracts and laws but are distinct from national military forces.