G7 Countries Ban Import of Russian Rough Diamonds
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the G7’s phased sanctions on Russian diamonds, beginning with direct import bans and culminating in a new…
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【Antwerp, Bel】A Centuries-Old Diamond Hub Is Under Strain Like Never Before
Editor’s NoteThe global diamond industry, long anchored by historic hubs like Antwerp, is facing unprecedented challenges that threaten its…
【Houston, Tex】Venezuelan Oil: A Potential Windfall for U.S. Refineries
Editor’s NoteThis analysis examines how U.S. refineries are positioned to become key beneficiaries of a potential easing of sanctions on Venezuela, a…
Where the Diamond Industry’s Headed in 2026, According to ChatGPT
Editor’s NoteThe market for lab-grown diamonds is rapidly evolving, with prices falling sharply and larger stones becoming mainstream. This article…
【Moscow, Russ】Russian Economy: Moscow’s Dominance of the Global Diamond Market is Threatened
Editor’s NoteRussia’s dominance of the global diamond trade, as detailed in this analysis, faces mounting geopolitical and economic pressures. The…
【Moscow, Russ】Russian Economy: Moscow’s Dominance of the Global Diamond Market is Under Threat
Editor’s NoteRussia’s dominance in the global diamond trade, as detailed in this analysis, faces mounting challenges from international sanctions and…
【Russia】”Investors Buy, Putin Sells”… The Two Faces of Gold [Hot Issue]
Editor’s NoteThis article examines how gold has become a dual-purpose asset: a traditional safe haven for global investors and a critical financial…
【New Jersey, 】Evolution–Playtech Dispute Deepens As Case Takes Another Dramatic Turn
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute between Evolution and Playtech in New Jersey, where new…
【Belgrade, Se】Serbia: Sanctioned Oil Refinery Fails to Obtain US License, Set to Close (Vucic)
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the announced closure of Serbia’s main oil refinery, operated by a Russian company, due to its inability to…
【Japan】Editorial: Japan Must Fully Prepare for a Halt in Russian LNG Imports
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex position Japan faces as the US intensifies pressure on Russia’s energy sector. While aligned with G7…