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THE UAE ambassador to India visits GJEPC Mumbai
H.E. Dr. Abdulnasser Alshaali, PhD, Ambassador of the UAE to India, visited the GJEPC head office and the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) in Mumbai on 23rd January 2025. He was warmly welcomed by Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Anoop Mehta, President, BDB; Mr. Milan Chokshi, Convener – PMBD, GJEPC; Mr. Mehul Shah, Vice President, BDB; and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC among others.
The Ambassador was accompanied by a delegation comprising Mr. Fahad Albashr, Head of the Economic Affairs Section; Mr. Ahmed Aljneibi, Senior Economic Affairs Specialist; Mr. Humaid Aldhabahi, Head of the Department of Consular and Citizen Affairs; Mr. Geoffrey Flugge, Advisor to the Ambassador; Ms. Gauri Chopra, Analyst from the UAE Embassy; and Dr. Brenton Clark, Project Coordinator, UAE-India CEPA Council.
The discussions focused on leveraging the Indo-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to enhance bilateral trade in gems and jewellery. Key topics included long-term and multiple entry visas, investment in the India Jewellery Park, boosting trade volumes, and exploring opportunities for greater collaboration across the diamond and jewellery sectors.
In a landmark moment for the Indian jewellery industry’s expanding global footprint, Sky Gold & Diamonds Ltd. proudly inaugurated its state-of-the-art Sky Souk Office & Experience Centre at Experience Centre Experience Centre , Dubai Gold Souk Extension.
The inauguration was conducted by Tamjid Abdullah, Joint Managing Director, Jawhara Jewellery, and attended by eminent industry leaders including John Paul Alukkas, Managing Director, Joyalukkas Jewellery – International Operations; K.P. Abdul Salam, Vice Chairman, Malabar Group; and Rajesh Jain, Partner, Siroya Jewellers LLC.
Adding to the momentous occasion were Darshan Chauhan, Mahendra Chauhan, and Akash Talesara, President, Sky Gold & Diamonds Ltd., along with the entire Sky Gold & Diamonds team.
This milestone underscores the brand’s commitment to blending Indian craftsmanship with global luxury sensibilities, positioning Sky Souk as a hub for innovation, artistry, and strategic B2B collaboration within Dubai’s dynamic jewellery landscape.
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