The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), in association with the Consulate General of India in Jeddah, the Embassy of India in Riyadh, and India’s Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has announced the launch of the Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX) 2025. The landmark event is aimed at deepening India- Saudi trade ties while opening new channels across the GCC and global markets.
SAJEX 2025 is being held Jeddah Superdome from September 11-13, and will host over 200 exhibitors across 250 booths and is expected to attract more than 2,000 business visitors and international buyers. Exhibits will range from diamond and colored gemstone jewellery to bridal collections, lab-grown diamonds, gold pieces in 18k, 21k, and 22k purities, as well as cutting-edge jewellery technology.
India, which exported $32 billion worth of gems and jewellery in 2024-25, brings global leadership credentials to the event. The country processes over one billion diamonds annually, accounting for 65 percent of value and 92 percent of volume in the global diamond trade, while also ranking among the top exporters of gold, silver, colored gemstones, and lab-grown diamonds. The sector has seen robust growth, with foreign direct investment in gems and jewellery rising 315 percent in FY 2024- 25, contributing to India’s overall $50 billion FDI inflow.
SAJEX 2025 is receiving strong institutional backing from the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia and the Jeddah and Makkah Chambers of Commerce. Leading exhibitors include Hasmukh Parekh Jewellers, K.G.K. Creations India, Asian Star Co., Bafleh Jewellery (UAE), and Jawhara Jewellery.
The World Jewellery Investment Forum, to be held alongside the exposition, will feature panel discussions and roundtables on trade facilitation, investment opportunities, retail and manufacturing trends for GCC consumers, and the role of laboratories and associations in enhancing transparency and consumer trust. The sessions will feature senior Saudi officials, global industry experts, and representatives from GJEPC, the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia, and the Government of Maharashtra.
The opening ceremony on September 11 will see participation from senior Saudi dignitaries, the Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia, the Consul General of India in Jeddah, and other key stakeholders. Highlights include a jewellery-fashion showcase curated by an Indian designer and cultural performances by an Indian musical ensemble.
Saudi Arabia, the Gulf’s largest economy with a $1.1 trillion GDP, is witnessing strong demand in luxury, retail, and tourism. Under Vision 2030, its diamond and gold jewellery market is projected to grow from $4.56 billion in 2024 to $8.34 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 10.6 percent. With its scale, international participation, and government support, SAJEX 2025 is set to emerge as a cornerstone in positioning Saudi Arabia as a regional hub in the global jewellery value chain while reinforcing India’s role as a trusted trade partner.