【Dubai, Unite】UAE to audit all gold refineries to combat illicit trade
Editor’s NoteThe UAE’s move to mandate annual audits for gold refineries aims to curb illegal trade and improve standards in a major global hub….
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【London, UK】Despite Progress, Major Jewelry Makers Still Face Problems
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a new Human Rights Watch report assessing major jewelry companies. While noting improvements in sourcing, the…
【London, UK】Jewelry Companies’ Sourcing Shows Improvement but Remains Insufficient
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights ongoing concerns in the jewelry industry’s supply chains. While progress in responsible sourcing is noted,…
【London, UK】Jewelry Supply Chains Have Improved, But Not Their Standards
Editor’s NoteWhile major jewelry companies have made progress in sourcing, this report highlights a critical gap: most cannot guarantee their…
While Jewels Sparkle, Human Rights Are Still Violated
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical gap in the jewelry industry’s ethical sourcing efforts. While major brands are making progress, the…
【Vienna, Aust】ID Requirement for High-Value Cash Payments
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the enhanced due diligence requirements for high-value cash transactions, particularly concerning Politically…
【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…
【Madrid, Spai】Europe Loosens Its Fight Against ‘Blood Minerals’
Editor’s NoteThis week, we examine the progress of Europe’s promised regulations to curb “conflict minerals” and investigate the persistent issue of…
【South Korea】Companies Anxious Over ‘Conflict Minerals’ Regulations
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the expanding scope of U.S. conflict mineral regulations, which now extend to imported components. As…