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A high-resolution aerial view of the Jwaneng mine illustrating the Debswana Diamond Model at work.

Debswana Diamond Model: How Botswana Shares Wealth

Introduction to the Debswana Diamond Model The Debswana Diamond Model serves as a global blueprint for how a nation can manage its natural resources for the benefit of its citizens. Specifically, the Debswana Diamond Company is a 50/50 joint venture between the Government of Botswana and the De Beers Group. It currently ranks as one of the […]

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A high-resolution photo of a rough diamond from the ALROSA Diamond Business collection.

ALROSA Diamond Business: How a Global Giant Operates

Introduction to the ALROSA Diamond Business  The ALROSA Diamond Business represents the largest diamond mining operation in the world by volume. Because the Russian government and regional authorities hold a controlling stake, the company serves both commercial interests and national public goals. In recent years, global trade shifts have pushed the company to innovate, find new markets, and

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A large block of raw white and lavender jadeite from the Kazakhstan Jadeite Deposit.

Kazakhstan Jadeite Deposit: The Itmurundy Mining Guide

Introduction to the Kazakhstan Jadeite Deposit Jade has captured the hearts of jewelry lovers for thousands of years. While most people traditionally connect jadeite with Burma (Myanmar), a massive new source has emerged in Central Asia. Specifically, the Kazakhstan Jadeite Deposit at Itmurundy now ranks as one of the world’s largest known primary jadeite fields. It holds an

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