【Gaborone, Bo】Botswana: Discovery of a 2,492-Carat Diamond, the Second Largest in the World
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the discovery of a 2,492-carat diamond in Botswana, now the second-largest gem-quality diamond ever found. The…
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De Beers’ Rough Diamond Sales Fall 31%
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant downturn in De Beers’ rough diamond sales, reflecting broader market uncertainties. The figures…
Ban on Russian Diamonds, a Weighty Decision
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the G7’s 2024 decision to ban Russian diamond imports, a move aimed at weakening a key revenue stream for Moscow…
【Kimberley, S】Plunge in Diamond Prices Puts Market Leader De Beers in Distress
Editor’s NoteThe diamond industry is undergoing a profound transformation. As this article details, the era of predictable prices and market control…
【Botswana】Diamonds: Botswana Concludes New Agreement with De Beers
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines Botswana’s new 10-year diamond sales agreement with De Beers, a strategic move to stabilize revenues. The initial…
【Gaborone, Bo】Botswana to Drive Digitalization of Diamond Industry, Says President
Editor’s NoteAs the world’s largest diamond producer by value, Botswana faces a pivotal moment. President Masisi’s call for technological investment…
“Diamond Plunge Must Be Stopped”… Industry Cuts Supply [Raw Material Focus]
Editor’s NoteMajor diamond producers are taking deliberate steps to curb supply in an effort to stabilize global prices, as reported by Bloomberg….
【Botswana】Botswana’s Diamond Trade: An Increasingly Lucrative Business in One of the World’s Most Unequal Countries
Editor’s NoteThis article details Botswana’s landmark renegotiation of its diamond revenue agreement with De Beers, a significant shift in the…
【Antwerp, Bel】”Shut Up!” – A Belgian Diamond Startup Stirs Up the Industry and Faces Resistance
Editor’s NoteWhile Botswana has famously avoided the “resource curse” that plagues many commodity-rich nations, the global diamond industry itself is…
【法国】The 32 Most Extraordinary Gemstones of All Time
Editor’s NoteThis article explores the world of legendary gemstones, from the Hope Diamond to record-breaking auction sales. It serves as an…