The Kimberley Process Intersessional 2026 concludes with stronger momentum towards enhancing transparency, technical cooperation and effective communication across the global diamond ecosystem. India appreciates the valuable contributions of all Delegates, Working Group Chairs, Participants and Observers in advancing consensus and collaboration. #KP2026 #KimberleyProcess #ResponsibleSourcing #DiamondIndustry #Mumbai #GlobalTrade

Day 3 of the KP Intersessional 2026 🇮🇳 in Mumbai — advancing dialogue, strengthening cooperation, and reinforcing our shared commitment to a transparent and responsible diamond trade. Building stronger partnerships for a more credible and sustainable industry. #KP2026 #KimberleyProcess #ResponsibleSourcing #DiamondIndustry #Mumbai #GlobalTrade #GJEPC

Global diamond leaders urged to unite behind natural diamonds as Ronnie VanderLinden calls for urgent reform of conflict diamond rules to protect trust, boost demand and counter rising lab-grown competition. #RonnieVanderLinden #WorldDiamondCouncil #KimberleyProcess #NaturalDiamonds Read more here: tinyurl.com/5h7edasc

On 15 April 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted by consensus the annual resolution on “The role of diamonds in fuelling conflict”, which Zimbabwe co-sponsored alongside the 2025 Custodian Chair of the Kimberley Process, the United Arab Emirates, and 48 other Member States. Chargé D’Affaires a.i., Mrs Irene Muchaitei Juru, delivered Zimbabwe’s statement, which underscored the Kimberley Process’ vital role as an enabler of global cooperation in the extractive industry. In the statement, Zimbabwe called for the promotion of natural diamonds in a changing context; supporting employment and value chains that sustain communities; and deepening cooperation across producing, processing and trading countries. #UNGA #KimberleyProcess #Diamonds

The UAE's Custodian Chair of the Kimberley Process for 2025, @ahmedbinsulayem, addressed the @UN General Assembly yesterday in New York, presenting the UAE's 2025 Custodian Chairmanship achievements under its 'Year of Best Practice' and introducing the UAE-led resolution, "The Role of Diamonds in Fuelling Conflict", which was co-sponsored by 50 countries and adopted by consensus. The resolution gives international recognition to key decisions and working group outcomes reached during the UAE's tenure in 2025, reinforcing the KP's ongoing mission to ensure global conflict-free diamond trade. #KimberleyProcess #KP #YearofBestPractice #UNGA

DMCC's Executive Chairman and CEO, and the UAE's Custodian Chair of the Kimberley Process for 2025, @ahmedbinsulayem, addressed the United Nations General Assembly yesterday in New York, presenting the UAE's 2025 Custodian Chairmanship achievements under its 'Year of Best Practice' and introducing the UAE-led resolution, "The Role of Diamonds in Fuelling Conflict", which was co-sponsored by 50 countries and adopted by consensus. The resolution gives international recognition to key decisions and working group outcomes reached during the UAE's tenure in 2025, reinforcing the KP's ongoing mission to ensure global conflict-free diamond trade. #KimberleyProcess #KP #YearofBestPractice #UNGA @UN @kpchair2025

🩸Blood diamonds, also known as conflict diamonds, are gemstones mined in war zones and sold to finance armed conflict against governments. Their trade has fueled violence, human rights abuses, and exploitation, particularly in parts of Africa. Today, initiatives like the Kimberley Process aim to prevent their circulation, promoting ethical sourcing and transparency. Always choose certified diamonds to support responsible practices. #BloodDiamonds #ConflictDiamonds #EthicalJewelry #KimberleyProcess #ResponsibleSourcing #Gemology #SustainableLuxury

💎 The Kimberley Process, Protecting the Diamond Industry from Conflict Diamonds - - Diamonds are symbols of love, commitment, and celebration. But in the past, some diamonds were used to finance armed conflicts. - To stop this problem, the global diamond industry created an important system called the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme. The Kimberley Process currently includes 80 participating countries - - These participants represent more than 99% of the global rough diamond trade. - Before the Kimberley Process began, conflict diamonds were estimated to represent around 15% of global supply. - Today, conflict diamonds are estimated to be less than 1% of the global market. This system helps ensure that diamonds sold in the global market are conflict-free. - The Kimberley Process (often called KP) is an international certification system that tracks rough diamonds from the mine to the global market. It was launched in 2003 to prevent the trade of diamonds that finance wars or rebel groups. The system focuses on rough diamonds before they are cut and polished. Key rules include: Rough diamonds must be shipped in sealed containers. Each shipment must carry an official Kimberley Process certificate. - Member countries can only trade rough diamonds with other KP member countries. This process helps create a transparent supply chain for diamonds. Register as a seller to start selling to buyers in 18 International countries - caratx.com/register Image Credit - The Manufacturing Frontier #DiamondIndustry #KimberleyProcess #ConflictFreeDiamonds

Ghana hosts Kimberley Process Review meeting to strengthen conflict-free diamond trade 3news.com/business/ghana-hos… #Ghana #KimberleyProcess #ConflictFreeDiamonds

Ghana is strengthening oversight of its diamond exports under the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme to prevent conflict diamonds from entering the global market. The Ghana Gold Board says the review aims to ensure transparency, traceability, and accountability. #CitiNewsroom #CitiFM #GhanaNews #KimberleyProcess #DiamondTrade

📍 KPCSC Annual General Meeting 2026 | Now Ongoing in Freetown The International Peace Information Service (IPIS), Network Movement for Justice and Development (NMJD), and the Kimberley Process Civil Society Coalition (KPCSC) are currently convening the KPCSC Annual General Meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱. 🗓️ 24 January – 01 February 2026 📍 Venue: Pastoral Centre, Marianella, Freetown The meeting brings together civil society actors to collectively develop and deliberate on the KPCSC Strategic Plan 2026–2030, Operational Plan and Communication & Advocacy Strategy for 2026, proposals for national, regional, and international actions, as well as the Coalition’s internal governance framework. Participants are also shaping KPCSC priorities for engagement with governments and industry within and beyond the Kimberley Process. Follow along as we shape the next phase of people-centered, accountable diamond governance. #KPCSC #KimberleyProcess #DiamondGovernance #CivilSociety #Freetown #AGM2026 @BotswanaWatch @ZELA_Infor @KPCivilSociety1 @nmjdsalone

Beyond consensus, toward solutions. As the Kimberley Process moves into 2026, transparent valuation, ISO-certified best practices, and digital tools like Verifico are strengthening integrity, closing loopholes, and ensuring diamond wealth benefits producing nations. A practical roadmap for a more credible, conflict-free future. Read the full article by Ahmed Bin Sulayem: 🔗 eu1.hubs.ly/H0r6k6n0 #KimberleyProcess #DiamondIndustry #ResponsibleSourcing #ConflictFreeDiamonds #Transparency

Tiffany & Co., Chopard, Bulgari, Harry Winston, Cartier, and De Beers use celebrity endorsements to promote a positive image for their brands. Celebreties are kept in the dark about the true nature of the bloody diamond industry. #BDS #KimberleyProcess middleeastmonitor.com/202412… #OSCARS

💡 How are diamonds traced? Today the supply chain relies on several systems: the #Kimberley Process to prevent conflict diamonds, #laser inscriptions with unique IDs, certifications (GIA, IGI), supply chain audits, and blockchain to record every step from mine to market. Transparency builds trust. #Diamonds #Traceability #Blockchain #KimberleyProcess #EthicalJewelry #SupplyChain

26th Dec 2025 Honoured to Welcome Shri Rajesh Agarwal, IAS, Commerce Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt of India, to the Diamond Centre of the World – Bharat Diamond Bourse! 🇮🇳💎 He was warmly received by BDB President & GJEPC Chairman, alongside industry leaders and Board of Directors. Robust trade discussions ensued, with the Board and stalwarts applauding Govt. for India Assuming the Chair of Kimberley Process (KP) in 2026. We showcased our state-of-the-art Infrastructure & Security Command Centre, detailing its creation and our relentless efforts to maintain world-class security standards. Honoured to present him the 41st Year BDB Commemorative Postal Stamp! @RajeshAgarwalIAS @DoC_GOI @MCI_GovIndia @SEEPZSEZ @GJEPC_India @BDBOfficial #BharatDiamondBourse #KimberleyProcess #Diamonds #MakeInIndia

India has been chosen to chair the UN-backed #KimberleyProcess from January 1, 2026, marking its third term leading the global diamond certification body and underscoring its growing role in international trade governance. Find the complete story and video on #PBSHABD. Register now at shabd.prasarbharati.org/regi… #KimberleyProcess #IndiaLeadership #DiamondIndustry #GlobalTrade #UN

India will lead the global Kimberley Process to curb the trade in conflict or “blood” diamonds, leveraging its position as a major diamond manufacturing hub to strengthen governance, transparency, digital certification and trust in ethically sourced diamonds. Read more: Writes: Rajesh Kumar @mi6rajesh | #KimberleyProcess | #BloodDiamonds | #IndiaGlobalRole | #EthicalTrade | #DiamondIndustry | #SustainableSourcing | #GlobalGovernance

India will take on chairmanship of the Kimberley Process (KP) for 2026, following more than a year of conflict over which country would assume that position. Read more: rapaport.com/news/kimberley-… #rapaportnews #kimberleyprocess #indiandiamonds #diamondtrade

India to assume Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process from 2026. In a social media post, EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar wrote: "Pleased at India’s selection as the Chair of UN-backed Kimberley Process, starting 2026. A reaffirmation of India's role in global governance of diamond trade through reform and consensus." @DoC_GoI | @DrSJaishankar | #SJaishankar | #KimberleyProcess | #India | #UnitedNations | #UnitedNationsSecurityCouncil

भारत को संयुक्त राष्ट्र समर्थित किम्बरली प्रोसेस की अध्यक्षता के लिए 1 जनवरी 2026 से तीसरी बार चुना गया है। केंद्रीय मंत्री पीयूष गोयल ने यह जानकारी साझा की। ख़बर विस्तार से पढ़ने के लिए जुड़ें #PBSHABD के साथ, अभी जुड़ने के लिए क्लिक करें: Shabd.prasarbharati.org @PiyushGoyal | #UnitedNations #KimberleyProcess