Japanese diamond market seeing signs of recovery

Despite being overtaken by China as the world's second-largest diamond consuming market, Japan nonetheless remains an important market for the diamond jewellery industry.

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After De Beers, what's next for the Oppenheimers?

After selling its stake in De Beers to Anglo American, where will the Oppenheimers invest the $5.1 billion it is to receive, and how the giant global miner, in turn, develop the De Beers brand.

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On the Agenda

China's Hainan Airlines to increase Brussels-Beijing flights next year

Chinese airline Hainan Airlines said it will increase the number of its Brussels-Beijing flights next year.

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New industries can help diversify Belgium-India trade, says ambassador

Belgium's ambassador to India believes a new range of industries can help the two countries diversify their trade relations beyond the predominant diamond business.

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Cut above the Rest

U.S. singer Britney Spears shows off $92,000 diamond engagement ring

American singer Britney Spears had a Christmas surprise after receiving a diamond engagement ring from fiancé Jason Trawick who paid $92,000 for the diamond band.

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Secret donor gives $2,000 diamond and sapphire ring donation to poor

An anonymous donor parted ways with a diamond and sapphire ring worth $2,000 in the run-up to Christmas on Friday, donating it to the Salvation Army in suburban Miami.

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AF Special Report

Zimbabwe accord seen bolstering relevance of Kimberley Process

The consensus decision by the Kimberley Process Plenary meeting in Kinshasa to certify diamonds from Marange in Zimbabwe for export has created a new era for the country's diamond exports.

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Precious metal and gemstone industries follow in KP's footsteps

There is a strong resemblance between recent moves to legislate against the use of gold being sold to finance violence and the motives for setting up the KP a decade ago.

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Jewellery Showcase

Antwerp firm on right track with jewellery store in Eurostar terminal

Diamant Jewels, which has been a jewellery wholesaler for 30 years, is the first company to have a jewellery boutique in the Eurostar terminal.

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Antwerp Balance Sheet

Antwerp’s November imports and exports indicate higher per-carat prices
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