The GJEPC’s Statistics and Research division, in collaboration with the IJEX Dubai team, successfully hosted the first-ever three-week induction under the Exporter Mentorship Program (EMP) at the India Jewellery Exposition Centre (IJEX) in Dubai. Designed to empower Indian jewellery exporters keen on tapping the UAE market, the programme offered a comprehensive deep-dive into every aspect of international trade and business development.

Participants received end-to-end guidance covering export documentation, regulatory and compliance training, operational procedures, and product positioning strategies. The programme also included tailored sessions on market trends, pricing grids for diamond and gold jewellery, and the importance of selecting designs that align with local consumer preferences.

To provide a well-rounded perspective, the exporters were taken on market visits, lab tours, and manufacturing site visits. The experience extended beyond theory with live market engagement, allowing participants to interact directly with regional buyers and retailers from the Middle East and beyond.

A major highlight of the induction was the one-on-one mentorship, where each exporter worked with an expert to refine their business strategy and market entry roadmap. The exposure to IJEX’s robust ecosystem offered participants a unique platform to enhance visibility, build new business relationships, and understand how to scale sustainably in the region.

The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with many participants calling it an eye-opener and a one-of-a-kind opportunity to gain real-world insights into the UAE jewellery market.