In the heart of the Ituri Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the act of mining for gold has historically been synonymous with conflict, exploitation, and the funding of militia groups. However, a decade-long project spearheaded by ethical trade activist Greg Valerio MBE is beginning to rewrite…
RIO DE JANEIRO — Six months into the devastating war involving Iran, the ongoing standoff and closure of the Strait of Hormuz continue to violently rattle the global economy. While international traders, financial institutions, and governments frantically monitor the maritime chokepoint for signs of military escalation, households and corporations worldwide…
