India, as the 2026 Chair of the Kimberley Process (KP), convened a stakeholder consultation in Luanda, Angola, on November 3, to discuss key priorities for the global diamond industry ahead of the KP Plenary scheduled in New Delhi from November 30 to December 4, 2026.
The discussions focused on responsible diamond sourcing, institutional governance, compliance, sustainability and consumer confidence. Participants also reviewed initiatives to strengthen certification processes, statistical reporting and the overall credibility of the global diamond trade.
During the engagement, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and the African Diamond Producers’ Association (ADPA) approved an MoU to strengthen cooperation in skills development, technical expertise, trade and investment across the diamond value chain.
India reiterated its Chairship theme of Confidence, Compliance and Credibility, emphasising stronger international cooperation to ensure sustainable growth of the natural diamond industry.