Russian diamond monopoly Alrosa held its annual general shareholders meeting over the weekend.

According to the diamond miner's website, the shareholders approved the company's annual report and financial statements for 2009, including the profit and loss statement.

Based on Alrosa’s 2009 results it was resolved that dividends should be paid in the amount of RUB 916.30 per share.

Alrosa's net profit for 2009 totaled RUB 2,348.4 million.

The company also elected new membership of the Alrosa’s Internal Audit Commission and approved the selection of Finansovyie-i-Bukhgalterskyie Consultanty (FBK) as the company’s statutory auditor.