【Lualaba Prov】Kinshasa and Washington Launch Partnership to Regulate Artisanal Cobalt and Copper Mining in DRC

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a new U.S.-DRC partnership aimed at establishing ethical and legal standards for artisanal cobalt and copper…

Lab-Grown Diamonds Losing Luster? ‘Colored Gemstones’ with Unique Personality on the Rise [Raw Materials Focus]

Editor’s NoteAs the diamond market contends with the rise of lab-grown alternatives, a shift toward individuality is fueling a surge in demand for…

【Haikou, Hain】Hainan’s First Month Post-Customs Closure: Changes Observed as Export-Oriented Economic Vitality Effectively Stimulated

Editor’s NoteThe early implementation of key policies like “zero tariffs” is already boosting confidence in the Hainan Free Trade Port, signaling…

【France】Do Synthetic Diamonds (Really) Compete with Natural Diamonds?

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the stated mission of the Natural Diamond Council as it positions itself to address the growing market for…

6 Sustainable Business Practices for 2024

Editor’s NoteThis article provides a foundational overview of sustainable business practices, which integrate environmental stewardship and social…

【Gaborone, Bo】Amid Plummeting Diamond Demand… Largest Supplier Cuts Prices by 10% [Raw Materials Focus]

Editor’s NoteDe Beers, the world’s leading diamond supplier, has enacted its most significant price reduction in roughly five years. This strategic…

【Hong Kong; M】Rise of the Machines: How Robots Are Changing the Way Jewellery Is Made

Editor’s NoteThis article explores how robotics and AI are transforming high jewellery production, balancing efficiency gains with questions about…

【Madagascar; 】Madagascar Sapphires: A Blessing for Swiss Jewellers, but a Curse for Miners

Editor’s NoteThis investigation traces the journey of Madagascar’s sapphires from perilous small-scale mines to luxury Swiss brands, revealing the…

【Ilakaka, Mad】Madagascar’s Sapphires: A Blessing for Swiss Jewelers, a Curse for Miners

Editor’s NoteThis investigation, supported by Public Eye’s Investigation Prize, uncovers the stark reality behind Madagascar’s sapphire trade. While…

【中国】Jadeite Rough Stone Auction Record Rankings: The World’s Top Ten Most Expensive and Their Stories – Jade Culture

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the factors that determine the value of jadeite, a prized gemstone in the jewelry industry. It highlights the…