U.S p olished imports declined by 4 p ercent to $23.1 billion in 2015, impacted by a relatively slower end to the year.
Polished diamond prices rose in January as shortages continue to support the market.
Webster will be on the stage at the opening ceremony on February 15, and take part in a diamond and jewelry marketing panel discussion in the afternoon.
Schnitzer believes that improvements in various regions of the world together with a more correct policy by mining companies and cooperation between all stakeholders will bring about a positive turning point this year.
