| However, contested claims to self-determination challenged the standard definition of mercenarism. |
| In that context, a regional agreement on the regulation of mercenarism had also been proposed. |
| There was a need to look at how emerging legislation in Africa could relate to combating mercenarism. |
| One way to combat mercenarism was for Governments to retain the monopoly of public security functions. |
| To avoid accusations of mercenarism in that regard, it was suggested that Russia should conclude inter-State agreements with relevant States. |
| Ministers emphasised the need to combat mercenarism, which is one of the sources of destabilisation in Africa. |
