The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in partnership with HRD Antwerp and the Embassy of Belgium in India, co-hosted the Indo-Belgian Diamond Forum at the Residence of the Ambassador of Belgium in New Delhi The event was powered by INDRA – by De Beers Group & GJEPC, with Shivam Jewels as the Diamond Partner, BVC Logistics as the Logistics Partner, and Business of Jewellery as the Media Partner.
Strengthening India Belgium Diamond Trade
The forum celebrated the strong and longstanding partnership between India and Belgium in the global diamond trade. It brought together industry leaders, policymakers, diplomats and entrepreneurs to exchange insights on the evolving landscape of the diamond and jewellery sector and explore new opportunities for collaboration between the two countries.
From Inauguration And Distinguished Guests
The event was inaugurated in the presence of His Excellency Mr. Didier Vanderhasselt, Ambassador of Belgium to India; Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Mansukh Kothari, Convener – Events, GJEPC; Mr. Stanley De Belie, Chief Operating Officer, HRD Antwerp; and Mr. Ramakant Mitkar, Managing Director – India, HRD Antwerp, along with other distinguished industry and government officials.
Industry Panel Discussion
A panel discussion during the forum explored key trends shaping the global diamond and jewellery industry, including consumer preferences, branding of natural diamonds, technological innovation, and opportunities for strengthening Indo-Belgian trade ties. The discussion featured Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC; Ms. Toranj Mehta, Vice President Marketing, De Beers India; Mr. Priyal Shankar, Director, Shivam Jewels; Mr. Oushnik Chandra, CEO, PC Chandra Jewellers; and Mr. Ramakant Mitkar, Managing Director – India, HRD Antwerp.
Session Moderation
The session was moderated by Mr. Prasad Kapre, Industry Analyst & Consultant at Blue Sky Business Management Group, who guided the discussion on the future of natural diamonds and global market dynamics.
Strengthening Global Partnerships
Through such international engagements, GJEPC continues to strengthen global partnerships and reinforce India’s role as a key pillar of the global gem and jewellery industry.
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