【European Uni】Adoption by the EU of the 16th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Key Takeaways
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the key provisions of the EU’s 16th sanctions package, which entered force on 25 February 2025. A central focus of…
Economic sanctions
【Antwerp, Bel】Crisis in Antwerp’s Diamond Business?
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant downturn in Antwerp’s diamond trade, with a 25% year-on-year decline in 2024. The figures…
【India, Europ】Sanctions Update: The Implementation of EU’s Restrictions on Third-country Processed Diamonds and Jewellery
Editor’s NoteAs the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues, Western sanctions are evolving to target key Russian economic sectors. This article examines…
【Central Afri】Cautious Optimism in the Mining Sector of the Central African Republic
Editor’s NoteThe lifting of the diamond export embargo in the Central African Republic marks a significant step, yet the industry anticipates a slow…
Russia Sanctions Database: November 2024
Editor’s NoteThis analysis highlights the complex, often unintended consequences of sanctions on Russia, revealing how global trade networks are…
【Surat, Gujar】Russia’s War in Ukraine Triggers Suicides in India
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the devastating ripple effects of geopolitical conflict on local economies, detailing how the war in Ukraine has…
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…
【Japan】METI Formulates Draft Guidelines for Importers Following Decision to Ban Russian Diamonds Processed in Third Countries
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines Japan’s new regulatory measures to enforce sanctions on Russian diamonds, including those processed in third…
【India, Russi】India-Russia Relations: Attempting to Recover from the ‘Oil Fever’
Editor’s NoteThis analysis argues that the longstanding India-Russia partnership must evolve beyond a transactional framework into a deeper strategic…
【Japan】Government Strengthens Ban on Russian Diamonds, Cabinet Approves Additional Sanctions Against Russia
Editor’s NoteThis article details Japan’s latest sanctions against Russia, approved on March 1, 2024. The measures expand asset freezes and export…