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The new G7 sanctions will be a "lose-lose situation" say African diamond producers. Routing all EU-destined diamonds though a single entry point in Antwerp will create "a logistical nightmare for producer countries," Lefoko Moagi, Botswana's...

The International Gemological Institute (IGI) added a cut grade to its reports for loose fancy-shaped diamonds. In addition to traditional polish and symmetry analysis, the institute will now assess the influence of cut quality...

Tim Schlick has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Platinum Guild International (PGI) after nine years with the organisation. He succeeds long serving CEO Huw Daniel, who retired as of April 4, 2024, transferring...

Diamonds Do Good (DDG), a nonprofit dedicated to promoting positive change in diamond-producing communities, has announced the appointment of Julia Hackman Chafé and Monica Elias to its board of directors. This strategic expansion reflects...

Budget 2018 Highlights: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today presented the last full budget of PM Narendra Modi government. PM Modi in his reaction after the presentation said, "This budget has devoted attention to all...

A 66-year-old man has been convicted and sentenced in connection the murder of jeweler in Connecticut, USA. Thomas Liberatore was handed a 32-year sentence for his role in what police described as the "cold-blooded murder"...

A signed first edition of Breakfast at Tiffany's has been rebound with 1,000 carats of diamonds, and is being sold for $1.5m. The cover features a map of Manhattan. The main streets are platinum pavé...

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) under the Dept. of Revenue, Ministry of Finance has issued a circular introducing a new system that extends export-related benefits, including Duty Drawback, Remission of...

Message from the Editor Information is now readily accessible, a far cry from centuries or even just decades ago when the Internet and mobile phones were beyond imagination. Consumers nowadays can get almost all the...

GJEPC recently conducted a highly informative Outreach Program focused on obtaining Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status towards enhancing international trade operations, strengthening supply chain security, and enhancing global competitiveness. Held on 18th March, 2024,...