All set for 'Facets 2007'
Ruzaik Farook
Sri Lanka 2007 one of South Asia's premier International Gem and
Jewellery Shows, will be held from August 30 to September 2, for the
17th consecutive year at the BMICH.
"FACETS Sri Lanka" is the most important event in Sri Lanka's Gem and
Jewellery Calendar where more than 1,000 foreigners visit in addition to
the large number of locals over a four day period.
From small beginnings at the Hilton Hotel, the organisers were
compelled to move it to the BMICH due to the large number of visitors
and due to the demand from the growing number of stall holders. The
BMICH has now reached capacity too, which is food for thought for a very
supportive Ministry of Enterprise Development and Investment Promotion.
This much awaited show offers an opportunity and exposure to all
local exhibitors to present their products to the world. From past
experience the world's best known buyers of genuine precious stones and
gems muster strong in Colombo, come September.
The other important factor is that there are a fair number of
retailers participating and that enables the average people to visit and
make their purchases of jewellery, for any and all occasions, be it as
gifts or investments.
The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association is supported by the
National Gem and Jewellery Authority and the Sri Lanka Export
Development Board. |
