Contents Trade Organization Tough and Brilliant, Just like Gold – The World Gold Council (WGC) Hosted the 2025 “Hard Pure Gold” Jewelry Appreciation Salon in Shanghai AGJA Champions ASEAN Collaboration at Inaugural Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Summit 2025 in Bangkok – Strategic dialogues, new partnerships, and cross-border business highlight AGJA’s regional leadership at JGAB Brand…
The cover of Gem Spectrum print magazine Issue #2 Winter 2025
Contents
Trade Organization
Tough and Brilliant, Just like Gold – The World Gold Council (WGC) Hosted the 2025 “Hard Pure Gold” Jewelry Appreciation Salon in Shanghai
AGJA Champions ASEAN Collaboration at Inaugural Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Summit 2025 in Bangkok – Strategic dialogues, new partnerships, and cross-border business highlight AGJA’s regional leadership at JGAB
Brand Story
Year of the Snake Masterpieces by MOISEIKIN🄬
Lab & Education
AIGS: From Graduation to Global Connections
Trade Show
The 71st Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair in February 2025 Generated US$89.4 Million in Sales
Italian Pavilion is the Largest from Europe in March 2025 HKTDC March Twin Jewellery Shows
JGAB 2025 – A Global Jewellery and Gemstones Platform in ASEAN Elevates Thailand as a Hub of Trade and Sustainable Innovation
JCK’s Highly Anticipated 2025 Events, Awards and Networking Lineup Aims for a Landmark Year in the Show’s History
COUTURE 2025 Will be a Curation of the World’s Most Exceptional Design, Creativity and Innovation
The 2025 Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show (LVAJWS) Opening on June 5
Exclusive Interview
The Unwritten Contract with Consumers -an Exclusive Interview with Dr. Gaetano Cavalieri, President of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO)
Integrity, Innovation and Commitment – An Exclusive Interview with Ms. Susan Jacques, GIA President and CEO
Gem Spectrum print magazine: Issue #2 Winter 2025 debuting in the 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show in March 2025 by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Gem Spectrum magazine is a supporting media of both shows.
Ms Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Julius Zheng, editor-in-chief of Gem Spectrum. Photo taken during the show in the media gathering on March 5, 2025.Ms Sophia Chong assumed the position of Executive Director of the HKTDC after October 1 2025.Photo courtesy of HKTDC.Julius Zheng presented Gem Spectrum magazine to members of the organizing committee of the 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show in March 2025 by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Gem Spectrum magazine is a supporting media of both shows.Gem Spectrum print magazine: Issue #2 Winter 2025 debuting in the 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show in March 2025 by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Gem Spectrum magazine is a supporting media of both shows.Gem Spectrum print magazine: Issue #2 Winter 2025 debuting in the 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show in March 2025 by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Gem Spectrum magazine is a supporting media of both shows.Julius Zheng with his China delegation, 60+ delegates this time. China delegation group photo taken taken in AWE, Hong Kong,at the 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show.Julius Zheng with his China delegation,60+ delegates this time. Another China delegation group photo taken in HKCEC, Hong Kong, in 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show.
1)Founder, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief @ Gem Spectrum print and digital magazine.
2)China and Asia Expert who has developed many projects to connect the East and the West. Organized 80+ China delegations to America, Europe and Asia. Organized 20+ international gemological courses.
3)Editor of China Diamond Yearbook by Shanghai Diamond Exchange; Editor of Bangkok Gems & Jewellery print magazine; Correspondent of several important trade magazines.
4)GIA Graduate Gemologist, AGA Accredited Senior Gemologist, AIGS Graduate
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