The diamond industry has been subject to significant changes. There will be increased competition from low-wage countries such as India and China, concern about blood diamonds, and political issues affecting the viability of the diamond trade. In this case, we learn how a dominant position in the Antwerp diamond trade is being challenged and eroded. The case offers a good opportunity to present and discuss the relative advantages and link it to the Heckscher-Ohlin type of trade. "Hide
by Peter Debaere, Vincent de Koninck Source: Darden School of Business 15 pages. Publication Date: January 16, 2008. Prod. #: UV2709-PDF-ENG
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