It is in this context that the Kimberley Process [KP] has proved to be remarkably successful, in breaking the linkage between conflict and illicit trade in diamonds, thereby protecting the peace, livelihood and security of millions of people across the globe. This success has translated into an increase in legitimate trade in diamonds. Today, diamonds have emerged as a vehicle of economic progress and as a means to confront developmental challenges in many countries. Over these years, the KP has emerged as a model for multi-stakeholder effort, in which national governments, industry and civil society have successfully collaborated to prevent conflict and promote peace, stability and development.