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State of the Diamond Industry

Mehul Shah, President of WFDB, addressed the CIBJO Centenary celebrations on the sidelines of the VicenzaOro gems and jewellery exhibition in Italy by endorsing the use of the terminology "Synthetic Diamonds" instead of "Lab grown Diamonds" as a global term. He also appealed to trade bodies and governments to prescribe declarations on the usage of terminologies related to synthetic diamonds in the local language for better understanding and consumer awareness. He suggested launching an identification mark for natural diamonds such as the "Natural Diamond Mark," citing the Woolmark as an example, which is a globally renowned certification mark that guarantees authenticity with respect to wool.

The Dubai Diamond Conference 2026 is slated to be organised between the 25th to 27th of October in Dubai with the theme: A Strategic Rest, Reigniting Desire, Unlocking New Value. Bringing hundreds of industry heads and diamond pundits to Dubai, DDC 2026 is a not-to-be-missed event, especially since it is held when the industry is at its lowest ebb due to factors like economic volatilities, trade tariffs, and continuing warfare.

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South Africa Joins Namibia and Botswana in Beijing Declaration to Strengthen Africa-China Diamond Trade

South Africa has joined Namibia and Botswana in a new cooperation framework aimed at strengthening ties between Africa’s natural diamond-producing countries and China’s diamond market.The Beijing Declaration on Natural Diamonds and Sustainable Development was signed in Beijing on 15 September 2026, bringing together government representatives from South Africa, Namibia and Botswana, the Shanghai Diamond Exchange (SDE), and representatives of the Chinese and international diamond industries.

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JGW September shatters expectations with 4.5% attendance jump

JGW September (Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong September) wrapped up yesterday shattering post-pandemic records, welcoming 57,632 “unique” buyers during its week-long run across two locations − a 4.5% increase over the previous edition, show organiser Informa Markets announced today.

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The FHH is collaborating with the GIA to broaden access to horological knowledge worldwide

Last year, for its 20th anniversary year, the FHH reaffirmed its mission of transmitting watchmaking knowledge with a renewed focus on inclusion and universal access beyond the sole watch industry. A year later, the FHH, through its educational arm the FHH Academy, is collaborating with the GIA (Gemological Institute of America), an independent non-profit organisation which is regarded as the world’s foremost authority in gemmology.

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Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Graces 52nd India Gems & Jewellery Awards; GJEPC Charts US$100 Billion Export Vision for Indian Gem & Jewellery Industry

In a landmark gathering that brought together the country’s political leadership and the leadership of India’s gem and jewellery industry, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) hosted the prestigious 52nd India Gems & Jewellery Awards (IGJA), with Shri Amit Shah, Hon’ble Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, as the Chief Guest.

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From Diamond Grading to Jewelry Evaluation: GCAL by Sarine Expands in India

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, today announced the opening of a new GCAL by Sarine Jewelry Certification and Quality Assurance Lab in SEEPZ, Mumbai in India, further expanding the Group’s presence and capabilities in one of the world’s most important jewelry markets.

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London Diamond Bourse Launches Simplified, Accessible, Pay-as-you-go Membership Tiers Designed to Grow with Your Business

The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) is delighted to announce the launch of three newly redesigned membership tiers, making membership more accessible and cost-effective than ever before. Designed to accommodate jewellery businesses from the occasional hot-desk visitor to a full-time member, the new structure simplifies membership while maintaining the institutional integrity that has defined the LDB for nearly a century.