Portugal is training four Mozambicans in classification and transparency in the diamond business, as part of the African country’s efforts to enter the market for this mineral, which is highly sought after around the world, according to a document consulted by Lusa
The training action takes place within the framework of the demands of the Kimberley Process, an international mechanism that advocates transparency in business and combating the sale of diamonds mined in war zones and whose proceeds are used to fund armed and illegitimate violence, according to the Mozambican government document.
The document states that five Mozambicans will go to Thailand for training in identification and evaluation of diamonds and gems, aimed at providing the country with the capacity to comply with the requirements of the Kimberley Process.
As part of Mozambique’s commitment to the Kimberley Process procedures, a mission from this entity will assess the degree of compliance of the African country with the internationally stipulated requirements for the diamond business.
For the entrance in the diamond market, Mozambique has interacted with the authorities of Angola, South Africa and Russia, aiming an exchange of experiences with these three countries that have a vast knowledge of the activity and relationship with the Kimberley Process.
The document also states that the facilities for the operation of the Maputo diamond warehouse are ready and several pieces of expertise equipment for diamonds, precious metals and gems have already been purchased and will be installed in the laboratory by next week.
By Friday, the offices of the Kimberley Process Management Unit and the laboratory will be properly equipped, the document adds.
