Archive · 25 Dec 2025
India to Chair Kimberley Process in 2026
India will lead the Kimberley Process, a group that makes sure diamonds aren't used to fund wars, starting in January 2026.
This is important because India is a big player in the diamond industry.
The group has 60 members and covers almost all of the world's diamond trade.
India will focus on making sure diamonds are sourced responsibly and that the trade is transparent.
They will also work on digital ways to track diamonds and build trust with consumers.
This is the third time India has led the group, showing that other countries trust India to do a good job.
Some people support India's leadership, while others think more needs to be done to address the root causes of conflict diamonds.
India will chair the Kimberley Process from January 1, 2026, a global initiative to prevent conflict diamond trade.
Conflict diamonds are used by rebel groups to finance conflicts against legitimate governments.
The Kimberley Process has 60 members covering over 99% of the global rough diamond trade.
India will focus on governance, compliance, digital certification, and transparency during its tenure.
This is India's third time chairing the Kimberley Process, reflecting global trust in its commitment to integrity and transparency in trade.
- Who
- India
- What
- Chair the Kimberley Process for conflict-free diamond trade
- When
- January 1, 2026 (Chair), December 25, 2025 (Vice Chair)
- Where
- Global
- Why
- To strengthen governance, compliance, and transparency in the diamond trade
Supporters
Critics
India's Leadership
Supporters
India's experience and commitment to integrity make it a strong leader for the Kimberley Process.
Critics
Critics argue that India's focus on digital certification may not address underlying issues in conflict diamond trade.
- Organization
- Kimberley Process
- Role
- Chair
- Start Date
- January 1, 2026
- Vice Chair Start Date
- December 25, 2025
- Members
- 60
- Global Trade Coverage
- Over 99%
- Focus Areas
- Governance, Compliance, Digital Certification, Traceability, Transparency, Consumer Trust
Sources
India to chair Kimberly Process for ‘conflict-free’ diamond trade from Jan 1 2026
India to assume chair of Kimberly Process from Jan 1 for third time
India to assume chair of Kimberly Process from Jan 1 for third time