RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO — The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) officially inaugurated FACETS Sri Lanka 2026 at Cinnamon Life – The City of Dreams, marking a significant milestone for Asia’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition on Saturday January 3. It will continue till 5th Monday January.
Now in its 33rd edition, the exhibition opens with a bold, future-focused vision that celebrates Sri Lanka’s rich gem heritage while positioning the industry for its next phase of global growth. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Chief Guest, Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with Sunil Handunnetti, Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, underscoring the national and international importance of FACETS as Sri Lanka’s foremost platform for the global gem and jewellery trade.
Akram Cassim, President of the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), stated, “FACETS Sri Lanka 2026 marks the beginning of the global gem and jewellery calendar, and once again places Sri Lanka at the heart of international trade. Now in its 33rd year, FACETS is more than an exhibition, it is a platform built on trust, longstanding relationships, and the shared commitment to responsible and sustainable practices across our industry. We warmly welcome our international buyers, exhibitors, and partners to Colombo and thank them for their continued belief in Sri Lanka as a leading source of fine gemstones”
