Leviev Considering Belarus Jewelry Plant

Israeli diamond tycoon Lev Leviev discussed opening a jewelry production plant during a meeting with Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko Tuesday, Leviev told Interfax news agency.

Leviev is reportedly considering a number of investment projects in Belarus, including the construction of entertainment and shopping centers and residential buildings.

“At the end of this year we’ll sum up the results of the negotiation process and begin making investments,” Leviev said.

“At  the  initial  stage  the  Leviev Group's investment in jewelry production  could  amount  to  about  $30  million,” the  president's  press  service  quoted first  deputy  prime minister Vladimir Semashko.