Lawfare published on 13 April 2023 an analysis titled "Wagner, PMSCs, and the Limits of Transnational Governance" by Kuzi Charamba, University of Hong Kong, and Frederic Megret, McGill University.
The authors conclude that the disconnect between antiquated international law sources, developing but largely voluntary transnational corporate practice, and the reality of amorphous entities such as the Wagner Group creates opportunities for regulatory escape. As a sprawling network of shell companies and individuals, the Wagner Group has turned out to be particularly elusive.
