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GJEPC Chairman Meets New Customs Commissioner to Strengthen Trade Facilitation
Mr. Kirit Bhansali welcomes Commissioner Santosh Kumar Mishra, discussing industry challenges and reaffirming collaborative efforts for smoother gem and jewellery trade.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) extended a warm welcome to Mr. Santosh Kumar Mishra, the newly appointed Commissioner of Customs at the Precious Cargo Customs Clearance Centre (PCCCC), during a meeting with Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of GJEPC.
During the meeting, Mr. Bhansali addressed several critical issues currently affecting exporters and importers in the gem and jewellery sector. He emphasized the need for continued support from the Customs department to ensure streamlined and efficient trade processes.
Commissioner Mishra expressed his appreciation for the constructive dialogue and assured the industry’s stakeholders of his department’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business. He stated, “When you flourish, we flourish, and the country flourishes,” underlining the significance of a strong, collaborative relationship between Customs and trade organizations like GJEPC.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, setting the stage for strengthened cooperation and proactive engagement to address industry concerns and enable seamless operations in India’s gem and jewellery trade ecosystem.
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GJEPC Webinar Maps Opportunities For Indian Exporters In France
France Was India’s 11th Largest Gem and Jewellery Export Destination In FY2025-26
GJEPC organised a webinar on the French gem and jewellery market under its Global Gem & Jewellery Market Insights Series, offering 61 participating exporters practical insights into one of Europe’s key luxury markets.
The session held on 24th June highlighted that France was India’s 11th largest gem and jewellery export destination in FY2025-26, with bilateral trade of $419 million. However, India’s market share stands at just 3.7%, leaving a large, untapped opportunity. Speakers also noted that the proposed India-EU FTA could further improve market access.
The webinar featured Sophie Carreras, Buyer and Co-Director of Victorienne, Italy, and Aurore Michaud, Account Manager at BIJORHCA, WSN. They advised Indian manufacturers to adapt designs to European tastes while leveraging India’s craftsmanship, maintain competitive pricing and view trade shows as platforms for building long-term business relationships rather than seeking immediate orders.
The speakers also highlighted BIJORHCA Paris, Europe’s leading jewellery trade exhibition, as an important gateway for Indian companies to connect with European buyers, either by showcasing their own collections or their manufacturing capabilities.
The webinar covered practical aspects of exporting to France, including exhibition logistics, documentation requirements, product positioning, hallmarking, and buyer expectations. The speakers also discussed demand for gold-plated jewellery, brass jewellery, gemstone-studded collections, silver jewellery and the emerging market for lab-grown diamond jewellery.
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