The 43rd Bangkok Gems & Jewellery Fair A Gateway to Thailand: The World"s Gems & Jewelry Hub.

There is no better way to measure the significance of one thing than looking at statistics.Official figures saw the exports of gemstones from Thailand continue to surge, rising 38.55% last year to $ 371.37 million, before jumping 70.85% in the first five months of 2008 to $ 238.81 million.On the other hand, the countrys import of gemstones moved in tandem with goods worth $ 90.14 million were shipped in last year, up 35.90% year-on-year, while the january-may 2008 records showed a 48.61% grouth to reach $133.95 million.Unofficial figures suggested greater numbers if volumes through border trades and informal channels were taken into account.However, from the official statistics, it suffices to see the dynamism of polished gemstone business in Thailand.It underscores the kingdoms acclaimed position as the worlds Gems & Jewellery Hub and a global center for quality gemstone polishing and fine jewelry making.In fact, no other country can rival the number, variety and quality of gemstones, from sapphire to ruby, which are traded through Thailand.The best venue to appreciate the breadth of The Worlds Gems & Jewellery Hub conveniently, all under one roof, is at the Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair (BGJF).BGJF is a vibrant marketplace for international gemstone trade and has attracted more and more traders from major sources around the world like Madagascar who showcase their best and diverse offerings.BGJF is not just about gemstone, but an all-in-one site to see what the world of jewelry has had to offer, capturing great business opportunities, seeing the letest and unique collections, finding couture designers and producers, catching all glamour, the sight and sound, and enjoying the best of amazing Thailand.It is an active place to conduct good business and network with over 1,500 global exhibitors and thousands of international jewelers and traders pursuing suppplies, partnership ans commercial deals took over 3,500 booths exhibition at Banbkok's top-class exhibition center Impact Challenger.BGJF, held twice a year, is one of the world's top five jewel shows.It has been one of the world's most visited trade shows with over 30,000 visitors from over 80 countries attending at each fair.