China News reported from Beijing on 22 October 2026 that the 2026 China International Jewelry Fair opened that day. The fair has 5 halls covering 30,000 square meters and more than 1,000 Chinese and overseas exhibitors, bringing together leading jewelry brands, emerging designers, raw material suppliers and smart equipment makers. More than 100,000 visitors are expected from 22 to 26 October.
According to the Gems and Jewelry Trade Association of China, China's jewelry industry imports and exports totaled nearly USD 167.9 billion in 2025, up 8.5%, with exports up 41.33% to USD 50.638 billion. Trade with emerging markets such as Russia and the Middle East expanded quickly, and growth with ASEAN countries was strong.
The association said online channels have become an important growth engine, with jewelry e-commerce retail sales of about 331.2 billion yuan in 2025, up 12.4%. This year's fair focuses on cultural and creative design, including designer exhibitions and jade carving showcases, plus a livestreaming area.
The international area features exhibitors from Thailand, Sri Lanka, South Korea, Italy, Poland, India and other countries, offering rubies, sapphires, emeralds and popular semi-precious stones such as aquamarine and tourmaline.