【Central Afri】The European Union Fights Against Blood Minerals

Editor’s NoteThis landmark ruling by the European Union’s General Court marks a significant legal precedent in the fight against conflict diamonds….

【Democratic R】EU to Soon Implement New Regulation to Better Control ‘Conflict Minerals’ Imports

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the EU’s newly approved binding regulations on “conflict minerals,” requiring importers to ensure their supply…

【Cameroon】Illicit Trade of Central African Diamonds: Cameroon ‘Does Not Participate’

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the Cameroonian government’s formal denial of allegations made by a Canadian NGO regarding the country’s role in…

【Yaoundé, Cam】Cameroon – Illicit Trade of Central African Diamonds: Government Refutes Accusations

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on a visit by Kimberley Process experts to Cameroon, where officials rejected allegations of involvement in illicit…

【Barcelona, S】Thom Europe Acquires the German Arm of Jewelry Company Oro Vivo

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the acquisition of Oro Vivo’s German operations by French jewelry firm Thom Europe. The deal marks a strategic…

Emerald Green in Three Extracts: The Quest Comes to an End for Gwendolyn and Gideon

Editor’s NoteThe final chapter of Kerstin Gier’s Gem Trilogy arrives on DVD this September 21st. Join Gwendolyn and Gideon as they embark on their…

【韩国】[Information] Jewelcrafting Designs and New Items Featuring Additional Stats and Prismatic Sockets

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the streamlined crafting system introduced in the ‘Legion’ expansion for *World of Warcraft*, detailing how…

【Latin Americ】Why Latin America Has Failed to Halt the Advance of Illegal Gold Mining

Editor’s NoteThis report examines the systemic failures enabling organized crime’s grip on Latin America’s illicit gold mining trade, highlighting a…

【Brussels, Be】European Union Reaches Agreement to Regulate ‘Conflict Minerals’ Trade

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on a new EU agreement to regulate the import of conflict minerals, a significant step toward curbing the financing…

【South Korea】[Passion! e-Business Person] Fashion Jewelry Shopping Mall ‘Silver Bell’

Editor’s NoteThis piece explores how accessories, once symbols of rock’s rebellious masculinity, have evolved into a mainstream fashion trend,…