Diamonds that come from rebel African troops trying to get money for weapons are much cheaper than diamonds from countries that are not in conflict.A diamond retailer that ignores the pleas of human rights organizations not to sell the cheaper diamonds is creating a cost competitive advantage for itself.

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By ignoring the calls to not sell conflict diamonds, the retailer can offer cheaper prices and gain a cost competitive advantage over retailers who refuse to sell these diamonds. However, this unethical behavior supports rebel African troops and contributes to human rights violations.

Diamonds That Come from Rebel African Troops Trying to Get