Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Natural diamonds can have weight measurements listed in carats, while lab-grown can appear only in grams.
The world’s largest diamond-manufacturing country has been an observer in ADPA since last year.
Australia, Canada, EU, Switzerland, Ukraine and UK vetoed the expanded description.
Fresh off the success of its deal with De Beers, the government is concerned the new measures will be a step back for its diamond industry.
WFDB criticizes plan to introduce single entry point for rough goods.
“Aggressive minority” trying to “politicize” organization, trade association claims.
African producers criticize lack of consultation.