The ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict is disrupting diamond trade flows, impacting key hubs, delaying shipments, and pressuring logistics; however, the industry is hopeful of things returning to normal once the geopolitical tensions ease, finds out Dhwani Rathod.

Organizers of the 41st World Diamond Congress, scheduled for July 12–15, 2026 in Singapore, have outlined five panel themes addressing markets, geopolitics, demand, and generational shifts in the industry.

Namibia signed the Luanda Accord in Cape Town on February 9, 2026, while GJEPC and DMCC agreed pathways toward Natural Diamond Council membership to support global natural diamond marketing efforts.

In spite of an 8.76% dip in cut and polished diamond exports during April-November 2025, GJEPC remains optimistic about India’s export performance in 2026. The Council is looking forward to the BTA with the US, and should that take longer than expected, it will take all necessary measures in coordination with the government and stakeholders to support exports, and ensure continued growth, says Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.

African Diamond Producers Association congratulates India on assuming Kimberley Process chairmanship for 2026, counters African Diamond Council objections, and confirms cooperation plans, with International Diamond Manufacturers Association amplifying the position.

Day two of IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai, was marked by the formal inauguration of the venue, and new collection launches focused on lightweight gold jewellery.

Concerns have emerged among African diamond-producing countries over India’s 2026 Kimberley Process chairmanship, following unresolved reform debates and procedural outcomes after the November 2025 plenary in Dubai.

The global diamond and jewellery trade is rallying to secure an exemption from steep new US import duties that threaten to disrupt supply chains and drive up prices.

In a proud moment for the British Asian jewellery community, PureJewels was among the select names invited to showcase handcrafted jewellery at the official celebration of the UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), hosted at Chequers, the official country residence of the UK Prime Minister.

As changing gold import policies in India reshape buying behaviours, Dubai’s jewellery retailers are adapting fast. Once a top shopping destination for Indian tourists seeking price advantages, the city is now rebranding its appeal through innovative designs, diverse sourcing, and elevated craftsmanship to win back its core South Asian customer base

As 2024 draws to a close, the jewellery industry reflects on a year marked by innovation, resilience, and evolving consumer preferences. From record-breaking gold prices, to growing demand for natural diamonds and polki jewellery, the year saw it all. Industry stalwarts share their perspectives of 2024, and offer a glimpse into the year to come

In October 2024, global gold ETFs experienced a sustained inflow of US$4.3 billion, extending a six-month streak of positive demand. North America and Asia led the inflow trends, contributing significantly to the overall growth in assets under management (AUM), which reached a record US$286 billion

The 4th edition of the International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Dubai 2024, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has officially launched. With a goal to increase India’s gem and jewellery exports to the UAE by 20% in FY 2024-25, the event highlights the deepening trade relations between the two nations

Anmol Jewellers recently launched their bespoke jewellery collection ‘Gaja’ in partnership with WWF India to support elephant conservation