Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
The world’s largest diamond-manufacturing country has been an observer in ADPA since last year.
Sanctions by US and other G7 nations lead to 24% decline year on year.
Organization received differing views on whether the matter was relevant for discussion during recent plenary.
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has begun accepting submissions for a new service providing consumers with source verification for diamonds.
Higher output in Angola and Zimbabwe offsets closure of Australia’s Argyle mine.
Lack of consensus reportedly prevents topic from being on agenda.