Vietnam jeweller rattled by ex-official’s arrest over India-Hong Kong gem-smuggling ring
Phu Nhuan Jewellery (PNJ) in Vietnam is facing a crisis of confidence after the former head of its gem certification unit was arrested for involvement in a diamond-smuggling ring. The ring allegedly smuggled diamonds from India to Vietnam via Hong Kong, leading to a significant drop in PNJ's share price.
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Corporate governance scandals in emerging markets can lead to rapid capital flight and long-term damage to brand reputation and investor trust.
Phu Nhuan Jewellery, Vietnam’s largest listed jeweller, is facing a crisis of confidence after police detained the former head of its gem certification subsidiary over his alleged links to a transnational diamond-smuggling ring.
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