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Is the Era of Free Trade Over?
Subbu: Editor, The New Jeweller

The so-called Liberation Day in the US had a catastrophic effect globally, making a deep dent in an otherwise Free Trade Era. We are indeed in a new phase, one that is protectionist, arbitrary and dangerous. For decades, the US was a benchmark and an inspiration for a free market economy for the world, helping to build global trade and championing a multilateral trading system where various economies achieved a “win all” situation.

Updated: 06 Jan '25 - Read more

Authentia.io and the Future of Diamond Traceability: EU Patent Set to Reshape the Industry

The diamond industry has long been a critical sector when it comes to transparency, ethical sourcing, and tracing the origins of precious stones. Africa, as the world’s dominant producer of natural diamonds, plays a central role in these efforts. Authentia.io remains at the forefront of ensuring that diamonds are traceable, authentic, and ethically sourced. As the European Union (EU) pushes forward with its revised traceability framework, Authentia.io’s technology has never been more pivotal to the future of the diamond trade.

Updated: 06 Jan '25 - Read more

Early Signs of Recovery

Signs of Spring are all over and the earth is emerging from its winter slumber. Spring signifies renewal and we are indeed seeing certain early signs of renewed growth in the diamond industry. The latest Hong Kong show was better than expected, and we saw improved sentiment and some increased demand in the Hong Kong and China markets.

Updated: 17 Mar '24 - Read more

GJEPC Addresses Key India Challenges at IDMA's 23rd Presidents' Meeting in New York

Mr. Anoop Mehta, Co Convener, Diamond Panel Committee and in the capacity of being the representative of GJEPC at IDMA delivered a compelling address at the International Diamond Manufacturers Association's (IDMA) 23rd Presidents' Meeting in New York.

Updated: 17 Mar '24 - Read more

Jemora Gemhouse expands viewing to New York, USA for its inaugural auction of rare and high-value polished sapphires

Following the overwhelming response to the launch of Jemora Gemhouse, we are pleased to announce an additional viewing opportunity for its inaugural auction in New York, scheduled for March 24-26, 2025. This follows the initial viewing on March 17-19, 2025, at the DMCC’s Almas Tower, Dubai, UAE. The auction results will be

Updated: 07 Jan '25 - Read more

RapNet and Del Gatto Finance Fund to Provide Diamond Industry Financing

RapNet, the world’s largest online marketplace for diamonds, gems and jewelry, has partnered with Del Gatto Finance Fund, the largest non-bank lender to the global diamond industry, to provide quick and easy financing solutions for all RapNet members

Updated: 28 Feb '25 - Read more

Antwerp Diamond Industry Welcomes Postponement of Deadline for Mandatory Traceability in G7 Sanctions

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing the interests of Belgian diamond companies, welcomes the provisions of the 16th sanctions package against Russia, announced today by the G7. AWDC considers the postponement of the deadline for the mandatory implementation of a traceability mechanism for diamonds to January 1, 2026, an important signal, as it grants diamond companies the necessary time to thoroughly prepare for its implementation.

Updated: 25 Feb '25 - Read more

ENDIAMA signs mining investment contract with N'Dumba Ltd

ENDIAMA signed, this Tuesday, in Cape Town, South Africa, a mining investment contract for prospecting, exploration and marketing of diamonds, with the company N'Dumba, Ltd, a subsidiary of the Jean Boulle Group. The N'Dumba concession

Updated: 5 Feb '25 - Read more

TRANS ATLANTIC GEM SALES (TAGS) ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF OPERATIONS INTO SOUTH AFRICA

It is with great pleasure that the management of Trans Atlantic Gem Sales (TAGS) announce the expansion of our operations and the opening of our new, fully equipped tender facility in Johannesburg, South Africa. This secure facility will provide a state-of-the-art environment with 13

Updated: 04 Feb '25 - Read more

WFDB Presidents’ Meeting 2025 to be held in New York, June 10 - 11

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has announced that its next Presidents’ Meeting will be held on June 10 -11 in New York City, hosted by the Diamond Dealers Club of New York. The annual Presidents’ Meeting is an important international event

Updated: 4 Feb '25 - Read more

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Antwerp Diamond Federation Welcomes EU Decision Not to Impose Import Tariffs on U.S. Diamonds

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing all Belgian diamond companies, has expressed relief and satisfaction following the European Council’s decision not to impose import tariffs on polished diamonds originating from the United States, as part of its package of countermeasures in response to the U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump. European import tariffs could have caused significant harm to Belgium’s diamond industry, without meaningfully impacting the U.S. in return.

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

Kimberley Process members applaud UAE’s achievements during the “year of delivery” 2024 with overwhelming majority

Ahmed Bin Sulayem, the UAE’s Chair of the Kimberley Process (KP), addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, presenting the UAE’s 2024 Chairmanship achievements under its ‘Year of Delivery’ and introducing the UAE-led resolution, “The Role of Diamonds in Fueling Conflict”, which was adopted by overwhelming majority at the UN.

Updated: 16 Apr '25 - Read more

African Diamond Producers Association [ADPA] HEADQUARTERS OFFICIALLY OPENS IN LUANDA, ANGOLA

The African Diamond Producers Association (ADPA) officially inaugurated its headquarters on 27 February 2025 in a ceremony led by Hon. Diamantino Pedro Azevedo, Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas of Angola, and Hon. Winston Chitando, Minister of Mines and Minerals Development of Zimbabwe and Chair of ADPA (2023-2024).

Updated: 03 Mar '25 - Read more

WJA Seattle Board Resigns Citing Misalignment with Leadership of National Board

In a significant development within the jewelry industry, the Seattle Chapter of the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) has collectively resigned, citing deep misalignment with the values and leadership direction of the national board.

Updated: 30 Jan '25 - Read more

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal meets AWDC delegation during Brussels visit

In a high-level meeting with representatives from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), Goyal emphasized India's strategic focus on fostering the

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

Technology : Akash S.

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Famed Neuroscientist to Open AGS X GIA Converge Conference

Neuroscientist and perception expert Dr. Beau Lotto will be the opening keynote speaker at Converge, the global gem and jewelry event that merges innovative gemological research and industry-leading education from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) with member-driven professional development and networking opportunities from the American Gem Society (AGS).

Updated: 31 Jan '25 - Read more

Diamond verification device, DiamondProof, lands in retail stores for the first time

De Beers Group announced that its innovative retail-facing diamond verification device, DiamondProof, has landed in select retail stores for the first time, giving consumers the ability to witness just how quickly the device can distinguish natural diamonds from non-natural diamonds, such as laboratory-grown diamonds (LGDs) and diamond simulants, providing a tool for retailers to help educate their customers on the differences between natural diamonds and other products.

Updated: 28 Feb '25 - Read more

GIA Scientists Evaluate One of the World’s Rarest Diamonds

A team of scientists from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), collaborating with their colleagues from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Department of Mineral Sciences and the curator from the Paris School of Mines, recently examined the Winston Red diamond

Updated: 8 Apr '25 - Read more

GIA Temporarily Expands Scope of Laboratory Services in Dubai and Hong Kong

In response to logistics challenges related to recently announced tariffs affecting global shipments of gemstones, GIA (Gemological Institute of America) will temporarily expand services offered by the GIA Laboratory DMCC and the GIA Hong Kong laboratory.

Updated: 08 Apr '25 - Read more

GCAL by Sarine, Stuller and AGA Introduce Certified Hybrid Diamond Color Master Sets

Singapore Exchange Mainboard and Tel Aviv Exchange listed Sarine Technologies Ltd (“Sarine” and along with its subsidiaries “the Group”) (U77:SI; SARN.TA), a worldwide leader in the development, marketing and sale of precision technology solutions for the evaluation, planning, processing, measurement, grading and trading of diamonds and gems, is pleased to announce that for the first time, gemologists and jewelers will have access to an innovative

Updated: 12 Mar '25 - Read more

Education : Akash S.

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GSI and Dr. Homi Bhabha State University Sign MOU for Education, Research, and Industry-Academia Collaboration

Gemological Science International (GSI), a global leader in gemological services, and Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai, signed a significant Memorandum of

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

Dubai Business Group for Gold & Jewellery Designers - World Class Platform for Jewellery Designers to Learn, Connect, Collaborate & Excel

In an exclusive with Ms Maha Al Sibai, The New Jeweller UAE bureau gets to know the vision behind the initiation of ‘Dubai Business Group for

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

GIA India Hosts Virtual Alumni Guest Session on ‘Mistaken Identity’

GIA India held its virtual alumni guest session on the topic, ‘Mistaken Identity.’ Jayesh Patel, Product Controller – Ruby, Fura Gems, was the panellist. The session started with the introduction of Jayesh Patel by Apoorva Deshingkar,

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

GIA India Hosts Graduation Ceremony for its Graduate Diamond Diploma Students

GIA India held the graduation ceremony for the Graduate Diamond Diploma Program students at its Surat location. The chief guest for the ceremony, Dinesh Navadia, Regional Chairman – Gujarat,

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

HB Antwerp goes Nano

HB Antwerp, the largest diamond ecosystem in the Northern hemisphere, is pleased to announce a partnership with Nanores, a European pioneer in nanotechnology. Nanores and HB Antwerp have entered a strategic partnership to add Nanores’ pioneering nanotechnology capabilities to the HB Ecosystem.

Updated: 17 Jan '25 - Read more

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Young Diamantaires Launch as a Non-Profit Organization, Paving the Way for Industry’s Next Generation

The Young Diamantaires (YD) are proud to announce their official transformation into an industry association incorporated in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This milestone marks a pivotal moment for the group, made possible through the essential support of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). This formalization solidifies the YD's commitment to fostering a forward-thinking, inclusive community dedicated to its members' professional development and advancement while promoting sustainability, innovation, and ethical practices within the diamond and jewelry industry to shape its future.

Updated: 7 Mar '25 - Read more

FROM DESERT SANDS TO MASTERPIECE NAMDIA AND DIAMWILL POWER THE NAMIB QUEEN OF HEARTS

From the rugged beauty of the Namib Desert to the refined elegance of Swiss ateliers, the journey of a Namibian diamond is one of natural wonder and exceptional craftsmanship. That journey is now immortalised in the latest creation from Backes & Strauss:

Updated: 16 Mar '25 - Read more

International Women’s Day Celebration at Bharat Diamond Bourse: A Tribute to Our Unsung Heroes

In the grand tapestry of human civilization, women have always been the silent architects of progress. They are the nurturers, the protectors, the relentless warriors who work behind the scenes to uphold the pillars of society.

Updated: 15 Mar '25 - Read more

Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair 2025 Shines Bright, Generating Over 3.7 Billion Baht in Sales

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) have announced the remarkable success of the 71st Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair, held from February 22–26, 2025, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.

Updated: 15 Mar '25 - Read more

Twin jewellery shows attract over 82,000 global buyers

The 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), attracted some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions, running in the successful “two shows, two venues” format. The Jewellery Show concluded at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) yesterday while the Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show closed at AsiaWorld-Expo on Thursday.

Updated: 10 Mar '25 - Read more

The 5 Essential Steps to Acquire New Customers & Increase Revenue in 2025

Hill & Co., a global leader in business growth strategy for the diamond, gemstone, and jewelry industry, is about to transform the way B2B businesses find their ideal buyers, with the official launch of THE LIST. Previously available only to their private clients, this highly anticipated resource will soon be accessible to the broader industry through an annual subscription.

Updated: 10 Mar '25 - Read more

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