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I N   F O C U S » A new chapter in Basel » Looking ahead » Photos and Video What does the future hold for an industry as steeped in tradition as jewellery that must also adapt to shifting consumer preferences, geopolitical uncertainty, and fluctuating global trade conditions? Those questions formed the backdrop to Jewellery & Gem ASIA (JGA) 2026, held from 18-21 June at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).

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Indeed, we live in an era increasingly shaped by self-expression and colour gemstone jewellery has emerged as a defining category in modern retail. The search for something ‘personal’ has an easy-to-understand motivation: the thirst for rarity is embedded in human behaviour. Scarce resources have long signified power and advantage, while socially, exclusivity reinforces identity and individuality.