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Tuesday, May 03, 2022
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Conflict Rubies
Burma is a rich and beautiful country. The reality is that just like the jade industry, Burma's gemstone trade is a corrupt military racket, run by the country's top generals and powerful armed groups. The revenue from this lucrative trade has enabled the Burmese military to consolidate power and financial resources in unimaginable ways. On a side note, in its ongoing commitment to responsible and ethical sourcing, the House of Harry Winston will no longer sources gemstones from its suppliers that have Burmese origin, regardless of their importation dates. Why it took so long?
Monday, November 22, 2021
Defenders Of The Earth Podcast
The stories of the defenders of the earth is remarkable when you consider the resistance and risks they face. Must listen.
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Thursday, September 17, 2020
COVID-19 Tracing Apps Must Not Interfere With Human Rights
Saturday, July 18, 2020
A Tale Of Two Gold Refiners
Useful links:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en/campaigns/conflict-minerals/beneath-shine-tale-two-gold-refiners
https://www.valcambi.com
http://www.kalotipm.com
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Congo Gold Raffinerie
Useful links:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en/press-releases/new-gold-refinery-in-drc-links-a-senior-employee-of-erik-princes-security-firm-to-a-close-associate-of-ex-president-joseph-kabila-and-a-reported-gold-smuggler-global-witness-reveals
http://www.fsgroup.com
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
The Oil Heist Of The Century
Useful link:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en/blog/oil-heist-century-journey-around-world-search-truth-and-accountability
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Secret Dealings Tying UK Conservative' CEO To Bribery Scandal Billionaire
Useful link:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en/campaigns/corruption-and-money-laundering/secret-dealings-tying-uk-conservatives-ceo-bribery-scandal-billionaire
Saturday, June 09, 2018
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
A Game Of Stones
Useful link:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en/campaigns/central-african-republic-car/game-of-stones/#chapter-0/section-0
Sunday, July 02, 2017
A Game Of Stones
Useful link:
https://www.globalwitness.org/en-gb/campaigns/central-african-republic-car/game-of-stones/?utm_content=bufferb681d&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer#chapter-0/section-0