Chirag Shah meets Belgium PM Bart De Wever to discuss Anita Diamonds’ business, expansion opportunities and international growth from Antwerp.

Chirag Shah Meets Belgium Prime Minister Mr. Bart De Wever at AWDC Antwerp event held in Mumbai 

Mumbai, India - September 2026 - Mr Chirag Shah, CEO of Anita Diamonds and Vice Chairman of the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), met His Excellency Mr Bart De Wever, Prime Minister of Belgium, during his visit to Mumbai on 4 September 2026. The meeting focused on Anita Diamonds’ business activities, future expansion opportunities and the company’s continued growth in international markets.

During the meeting, Mr. Chirag briefed Prime Minister De Wever on Anita Diamonds’ business operations, its presence in the global natural diamond market and its future expansion plans. The discussion provided an opportunity to highlight the company’s international activities and its ambitions to further develop its business from its base in Antwerp.

The meeting took place during Prime Minister De Wever’s visit to India, which included engagement with leaders from the Indian diamond and jewellery industry at the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) in Mumbai. The visit highlighted opportunities to strengthen trade, investment and business ties between India and Belgium, particularly within the diamond and jewellery sector.

Headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium, Anita Diamonds operates across the international natural diamond supply chain. The company specialises in certified natural diamonds, loose diamonds and fancy shape diamonds, serving jewellery manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers across global markets.

For Anita Diamonds, its Antwerp base remains an important part of its international business strategy. The company continues to explore opportunities to expand its global market presence while strengthening its business operations and long-term relationships across the diamond industry.

Chirag Shah’s role as Vice Chairman of the AWDC also places him within the broader ecosystem supporting Antwerp’s diamond industry. The AWDC represents and supports businesses across the sector and works with industry stakeholders and institutional partners to promote Antwerp’s position as a leading global diamond centre.

The meeting comes at a time when the international diamond industry continues to adapt to changing market conditions, evolving consumer preferences and developments across global markets. For businesses operating internationally, expansion, market diversification and strong industry relationships remain important to long-term growth.

The interaction between Mr Chirag Shah and Prime Minister De Wever also reflects the importance of engagement between industry leaders and government institutions in identifying opportunities for business development, investment and international trade.

For Anita Diamonds, the meeting marks an important moment in its ongoing expansion journey. The company remains focused on strengthening its international presence, developing new business opportunities and building on its foundation in Antwerp.