The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is participating in the forthcoming 22nd Jewellery Arabia exhibition in Bahrain, with the Indian gem and jewellery industry being represented by 54 of India’s leading companies in the sector. The fair is slated at the Bahrain International Convention & Exhibition Centre from 19th – 23rd November 2013.

The Indian Pavilion this year occupying 810 sq. mtrs will showcase India’s exquisite craftsmanship and an array of jewellery collections including high-end diamond jewellery, gold and platinum jewellery, and fine jewellery, designer handmade jewellery, high end diamond and bridal jewellery and some exclusive pieces. Concentrating on the Middle East market, Indian participants will also focus on jewellery with colour stones, sapphires, emeralds, rubies and huge solitaire diamonds.

Commenting on the participation, Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman GJEPC noted that the Indian Pavilion has been gaining stronger response each year. He also noted that, “Middle-east is a significant partner for Indian gems and jewellery and our trade ties go back to decades”. According to him, the Middle East accounts for around 48 percent of the gem and jewellery trade with India, and is growing, as such, “Jewellery Arabia 2013 is one of the most sought after events among the industry players”.

Exports to the UAE for 2012 stood at USD18.492 billion out of which Gold & Studded jewellery exports itself accounted for nearly 50 percent of the total exports.

Jewellery Arabia is the largest jewellery exhibition in the Middle East and is held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Since its inception in 1992, it has served international jewellery houses to have direct access to trade buyers and private collectors from the Middle East. The event consistently attracts over 500 exhibitors from 30 nations; with exhibits including finished jewellery, luxury time pieces, precious stones of every size, shape and cut. This year, national pavilions from leading jewellery export countries including Brazil, Hong Kong, India and Malaysia will participate.