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Showing posts with label Global Witness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Global Witness. Show all posts

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?


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Monday, November 22, 2021

Thursday, September 17, 2020

COVID-19 Tracing Apps Must Not Interfere With Human Rights

That's easier said than done. The Guatemalan app should send a warning signal to the rest of the world. It shows just how serious the risks are and how easy it is to mask as helpful something potentially much more sinister.


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