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GJEPC participates in key meeting with Commerce Minister and De Beers CEO, Al Cook

GJEPC participated in a high-level meeting chaired by Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, alongside Mr. Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group in London on 28 April. The GJEPC was represented by Chairman Mr. Kirit Bhansali and Executive Director Mr. Sabyasachi Ray.
The meeting covered a wide spectrum of critical issues affecting the diamond and jewellery industry, including the impact of recent US tariffs, implementation of node and traceability measures aligned with upcoming G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds, and De Beers’ plans to conduct auctions at Special Notified Zones (SNZs) in Surat and Mumbai. The company’s prospective investment plans in india, particularly in the retail segment, were also discussed.
Shri Goyal expressed appreciation for De Beers intent to invest in India’s retail sector and conveyed confidence in a positive outcome in ongoing negotiations with the US regarding reciprocal tariffs. He also urged De Beers to support India as a potential node in the event that G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds are implemented from January 2026. Furthermore, the Minister proposed that De Beers install detection machines in all Indian retail jewellery stores to help consumers clearly distinguish between lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) and natural diamonds at the point of purchase.

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De Beers brings Diamonds and Glamour to London

Insiders suggest a star-studded journey to London might be on the cards. But why London? Beyond its glittering reputation as a global hub for jewellery and fashion, whispers point to something far more dazzling — De Beers is set to host a major showcase in the city.
This year, De Beers Group makes its grand debut at Frieze London, marking a landmark moment where the world of natural diamonds meets the world of art. In collaboration with Frieze Masters, the brand will unveil Voyage Through the Diamond Realm — an immersive experience said to capture the mystery, beauty, and brilliance of natural diamonds like never before.
To bring this vision to life, De Beers has invited India’s leading style and art connoisseurs, including Twinkle Khanna, Ananya Panday, Sara Tendulkar, Karan Johar and many more. Known for their refined taste and appreciation of art and design, these tastemakers are the perfect ambassadors to experience natural diamonds in a whole new light — where every facet tells a story of time, pressure, and perfection.
While details remain under wraps, those close to the brand hint that the experience will be nothing short of transformative — a moment where science, storytelling, and rarity converge to celebrate nature’s most extraordinary creations.
One thing’s certain: when De Beers Group meets Frieze London, the city is bound to shine a little brighter — and perhaps, so will those boarding that flight.
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