The Opening Ceremony of the 73rd Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya graciously presided over the opening ceremony of the 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya graciously presided over the opening ceremony of the 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.

On 22 February 2026 at 2:00 p.m., Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya graciously presided over the opening ceremony of the 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. The opening ceremony was attended by Mrs. Suphajee Suthumpun, Minister of Commerce; Mr. Wuttikrai Leeviraphan, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce; Ms. Sunanta Kangvalkulkij, Director-General of the Department of International Trade Promotion; Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director General of the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand; along with senior executives from the Ministry of Commerce and representatives from relevant private sector organizations.

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The Networking Reception. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.
The Networking Reception. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.

The Networking Reception

DITP and GIT hosted an exclusive Networking Reception of the 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair, bringing together international buyers, exhibitors, industry leaders, diplomats, and trade representatives for an evening of connection and collaboration. The reception served as a key platform for strengthening business relationships and fostering new partnerships within the global gems and jewelry community.

The 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair began with remarkable energy. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.
The 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair began with remarkable energy. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.

A Busy First Day at Bangkok Gems

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The opening day of the 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair began with remarkable energy, as exhibition halls came alive with international buyers, industry leaders, and jewelry professionals from around the world. From the very first hours, meetings were underway, negotiations progressed, and new partnerships began to take shape. The atmosphere reflected both commercial momentum and creative inspiration — a powerful combination that defines Bangkok Gems as a global gems and jewelry marketplace.

A large emerald seen at Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.
A large emerald seen at the 72nd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair in September 2025. Photo courtesy of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair.

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Exclusive Video Interview with Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director General of GIT on the 2nd Day of 73rd Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair
Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director General of  Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT). GIT is the co-organizer of Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. Photo courtesy of GIT for publication of Gem-Spectrum.com and Gem Spectrum magazine.
Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director General of  Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT). GIT is the co-organizer of Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. Photo courtesy of GIT.

🗓 22–26 February 2026
 📍 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok

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