【Democratic R】Halt illegal imports of conflict minerals from DRC, campaigners urge EU
Editor’s NoteThis report highlights renewed calls from advocacy groups for the European Union to strengthen enforcement of its conflict minerals…
Human Rights
“Responsible Gems: From Mine to Jewel,” the New Publication from ORIGEN-Gold for Future
Editor’s NoteThis article introduces a new guide developed by ORIGEN – Gold for Future and gemologist Carmen García-Carballido to help jewelers…
【Democratic R】Blood Minerals: DRC Accuses Apple of Using Conflict Minerals
Editor’s NoteThe Democratic Republic of Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against Apple subsidiaries, alleging the use of…
【France】Upholding Ethical Principles
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines VINCI’s foundational commitment to ethics and compliance, highlighting how core values of integrity and respect…
【Democratic R】Not Someone Else’s Problem: ‘Conflict Minerals’ – Reasons for Regulation and Human Rights Issues You Should Know
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex issues surrounding conflict minerals, particularly in regions like the Democratic Republic of the…
【Ilakaka, Mad】Madagascar: For Better or For Sapphire
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex reality behind Madagascar’s sapphire boom, where soaring global demand fuels an informal mining sector…
Blaze Metals FZ-LLC Joins Elite Ranks as Certified Member of Responsible Jewelry Council
Editor’s NoteThis announcement highlights Blaze Metals’ commitment to responsible sourcing, having achieved a key industry certification that…
【North Mara, 】London Gold Body Faces Trial Over Tanzania Miners’ Deaths
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the human cost of informal mining, where economic necessity forces communities into perilous conditions. It is…
【Gharbia, Egy】BBC Investigation: The Dark Side of Perfumes from Some Major Luxury Brands
Editor’s NoteThis article references a UN expert’s concerns regarding labor practices in Egypt’s jasmine industry, based on BBC evidence. The…
【European Uni】CSDDD: EU Supply Chain Directive (“EU Supply Chain Act”)
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the core aims of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), which mandates that companies…