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The success of Dubai Precious Metals Conference heralded a new era for the gold and precious metals sector with discussions on future movement of
precious metals, role of digital gold, and other important subjects. The DPMC
also saw the launch of DMCC FinX. DMCC FinX has been initiated as a strategic
expansion designed to connect capital market players, trade finance professionals
and fintech innovators. The platform aims to link real world supply chains with
capital more
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DMCC’s Maryam Al Hashemi Appointed 2026 Chair of the Kimberley Process Committee on Participation and Chairmanship
The Kimberley Process (KP) has announced the appointment of Maryam Al Hashemi as the 2026 Chair of its Committee on Participation and Chairmanship (CPC). A highly respected industry leader and KP veteran, Al Hashemi brings extensive expertise to this critical role. India will chair the KP in 2026, the third time it has chaired the body overall, with commitments to building consumer confidence, accelerating digital traceability and advancing data-driven compliance. more
3rd Malaysia Gold Conference 2026 in Kuala Lumpur Draws Global Participation and Highlights Asian Markets Growth in Gold
 The 3rd Malaysia Gold Conference 2026 commenced on February 2nd in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together delegates from over 30 countries, reaffirming Malaysia’s growing stature in the global gold & precious metals landscape. The conference opened with a strong emphasis on trust, more
GJEPC on India–EU FTA: Zero Duty Access Paves Way to Double Bilateral Gem & Jewellery Trade to USD 10 Billion (~Rs. 91000 Crore)
 The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) welcomes the elimination of import duties on Indian gem and jewellery products under the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This removes 2-4% duties more
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International Institute of Gemology (IIG) has introduced Diamond Fundamentals, a learning resource that uses storytelling to simplify diamond education. Authored by Rahul Desai, CEO and MD of IIG, the book revisits diamond 
GIA, the Gemological Institute of America, will launch redesigned colored stone reports and new services on January 1, 2026. The new reports will feature an elevated design for enhanced storytelling, 
Gemological Science International (GSI) and Mindron are proud to announce the launch of the Trusure Apex, a state-of-the-art and advanced diamond screening instrument, 
Vintage Bullion DMCC, a Dubai-based precious metals trading firm, has been approved by Osaka Exchange, Inc. (OSE) as an Approved Person in the chain of custody for the issuance of warehouse receipts for precious metals. 
CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced it will launch a 100-Ounce Silver futures contract on February 9, 2026, pending regulatory review. "Silver is increasingly appealing to retail traders looking to diversify their exposure across a wider 
On 18 November 2025, the OECD Council approved the 2025 Update to the OECD Model Tax Convention, which remains the primary reference point for negotiating and interpreting thousands of bilateral tax treaties. The update introduces targeted 
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the world’s largest one‑stop jewellery marketplace will return in early March under its proven “Two Shows, Two Venues” format. The 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show will take place from 2 to 6 
Sri Lanka unveiled an exceptional gemstone, the Star of Pure Land, a natural purple star sapphire weighing 3,563 carats. The stone is being cited by local gem experts as the largest known purple star sapphire of its kind.
Unearthed near Ratnapura, the country’s historic gem-mining region, 
GJEPC facilitated a delegation visit to the Vicenza Gold Academy, one of Italy’s oldest and most respected jewellery training institutions, established in 1858. The delegation was led by Vijay Mangukiya, 
Exports of polished diamonds recorded significant performance throughout 2025, with sharp growth in terms of volume and value. Between January and December 2025, 23.3 thousand carats of polished diamonds were exported, at an average price of 
De Beers Group is pleased to announce a collaboration between GemFair, the company’s programme to help formalise the artisanal and small-scale diamond mining (ASM) sector, and its luxury jewellery brand, De Beers London, to bring the story and beauty of 
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), the organizer, together with the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) or GIT, co-organizer, along with key public and private sector partners, held a press conference to announce 