International trade in rough diamonds and the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme
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چکیده
In 2003, the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) went into force to stop trade in those diamonds, directly linked fueling of armed conflict and activities rebel movements, also known as diamonds. This article gives empirical evidence on impact KPCS international rough We find that bilateral participation facilitates access markets for diamonds increases values. The does not depend exporters’ economic development or market access. A more detailed analysis heterogeneity values shows unilaterally intensifies impediments resulting from conflicts and, thereby, reduces stemming countries with ongoing internal conflicts. further offer KPCS-induced effects apply only exporter- importer-hubs but equally smaller partners. Our insights how agreements setting a particular standard may affect patterns minerals.
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عنوان ژورنال: World Development
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['1873-5991', '0305-750X']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.worlddev.2021.105786