SLGJA Archives

January 8, 2024

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), in collaboration with the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) and the Export Development Board, is thrilled to announce the inauguration of the 30th edition of FACETS Sri Lanka, Asia’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition. The grand inauguration ceremony took place on the 6th of January 2024 […]

December 29, 2023

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) has raised serious concerns about the government’s unprecedented decision to subject the industry to the Value Added Tax (VAT) regime. The SLGJA fears that such a move could lead to foreclosures and compel the private sector to relocate overseas or revert to the informal sector. The gem […]

September 18, 2023

The Jewellery Design Competition 2023 conducted by the Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Association under the theme “Celebrate Sri Lanka”, received an overwhelming number of entrants, with many professional and aspiring jewellery designers submitting a range of creative and attractive designs. Intending to bring together talented jewellery designers from around the Island, […]

September 4, 2023

A significant stride towards revitalizing Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry was taken as the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura joined hands through a momentous Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) signing ceremony. This transformative event unfolded within the distinguished premises […]

SLGJA Hosts Inauguration Ceremony for FACETS Sri Lanka 2024 Exhibition

SLGJA expresses grave concern of VAT on Gem and Jewellery Industry

SLGJA Jewellery Design Competition 2023 Proceeds to the Next Stage!

SLGJA signs MOC with University of Sri Jayewardenepura to help empower Gem and Jewellery Industry.