India is set to assume the chairmanship of the Kimberley Process (KP), the global certification mechanism aimed at eliminating conflict diamonds from international trade, from January 1, 2026. The move places India at the forefront of global efforts to promote ethical sourcing and transparency in the rough diamond industry. Prior to taking over the chair, India will serve as Vice-Chair from December 25, 2025, in line with the organisation’s rotational leadership structure. Th