Japan-Based NGO Looks Beyond Diamonds and Money
Mining can be dangerous, exploitative and harmful to the environment. Chie Murakami’s organization is aiming to change that by raising awareness and addressing the needs of miners.
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Soon You May Know Exactly Where Your Diamond Was Mined
Several traceability systems have been introduced in the last six months, spurred by sanctions against Russian-mined stones.
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How More Sanctions on Russian Diamonds Could Affect the Global Market
The Group of 7 and the European Union are expected to issue new rules in an effort to slow the flow of revenue into the Kremlin’s war chest.