【Russia】Alrosa Halts Diamond Mining at Two Assets

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on Alrosa’s decision to halt production at two sites, a move directly tied to the ongoing slump in global diamond…

【Cameroon, Ce】Nearly 5,000 Carats of Diamonds Produced Annually Along Cameroon-CAR Border

Editor’s NoteThis report highlights the persistent challenge of informal diamond trafficking along the Cameroon-CAR border, underscoring how porous…

【Madagascar】’Zone Rouge’: An Army of Children Toils in African Mines

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the widespread use of child labor in informal mica mines, focusing on the so-called ‘Red Zone’ in Madagascar. It…

【Cameroon, Ce】Approximately 5,000 Carats of Diamonds Produced Annually Along Cameroon-CAR Border

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the persistent challenge of formalizing artisanal diamond mining in eastern Cameroon. While annual production is…

【Madagascar】Over 10,000 Children Work in Madagascar’s Mines to Extract Mica

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the troubling use of child labor in Madagascar’s mica supply chain, a mineral common in everyday products. It…

【Iksan, South】[Iksan City] Companies Participating in Hong Kong International Jewellery Show Achieve 18 Billion Won in Export Results

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a successful export initiative by Iksan’s precious metal and jewelry sector, supported by a local government…

‘Diamonds Are Forever’ But the Diamond Industry May Not Be, Report Suggests

Editor’s NoteThe diamond industry is undergoing significant shifts as long-standing leaders face mounting challenges. This report examines the…

【Belgium】Trade in ‘Blood Diamonds’: Belgium’s Responsibility Under Scrutiny Again

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical report from Justice and Peace, a Belgian NGO, which reiterates Belgium’s significant role in the…

【New York Cit】Jennifer Lopez Wore Harry Winston Jewelry Worth $8.8 Million to the Met Gala, Including a 129-Carat Diamond Necklace

Editor’s NoteThis article details the extravagant jewelry worn by Jennifer Lopez at the 2019 Met Gala, with a confirmed value of $8.8 million….

8 Blockchain Startups Disrupting The Supply Chain Industry

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights eight blockchain startups pioneering new approaches to supply chain management. While the full details of their…