The World Diamond Congress 2026, a joint assembly of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) and the International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA), will be held from July 12 to 15 next year at Singapore’s Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

Fabio Cascapera, president of the Diamond Exchange of Singapore (DES) and chairman of the WDC 2026 Organising Committee, said. “Since the 1988 World Diamond Congress held in Singapore 37 years ago, our industry has gone through a myriad of developments and transformations, but one thing has not changed: Diamonds remain one of the top luxury products desired and cherished by consumers of all cultural backgrounds and ages.” 

Suresh Hathiramani, a former DES president and Organising Committee member, noted that pan-Asian consumer markets have blossomed in the past few decades, making diamonds, coloured gemstones, and gem-set jewellery highly desired by the middle classes. The growing demand for luxury emerged not only in China and India, but also in Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

“We specifically anticipate welcoming our colleagues from the African continent, where most gem diamonds are mined, and exploring the synergies between the African and Asian diamond industry and trade. We intend to make the upcoming Congress an exciting and fruitful platform where we all can learn about new opportunities and foster new business ties,” Hathiramani added. 

The Singapore branch of Triumph Group International has been appointed as the WDC2026 event organiser.