Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 6 December 2013: More than 100 dedicated top-level buyers from Albania, Bahrain, Kuwait, Macedonia, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Ukraine gathered for one-on-one meetings with selected exhibitors from the Middle East's most prestigious and influential jewellery event.

The high profile exchanges reflect the increasing global appetite for gold jewellery, which according to World Gold Council has grown by 20 per cent in the last 12 months, reaching 3,757 tonnes, and valued at US $ 183.9 billion.

The 18th edition of the Dubai International Jewellery Week takes place until tomorrow (Saturday 7 December) featuring more than 360 exhibitors from around the world showcasing their latest jewellery collections, precious gemstones and cutting-edge designs.

With free admission to the exhibition and plenty of raffle draws and prizes on offer, the show is open from 2pm-10pm. To register and receive the latest show information, visit www.jewelleryshow.com today.  Follow Dubai International Jewellery Week on Twitter and join us on Facebook.

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About Dubai International Jewellery Week
Website: www.jewelleryshow.com
The 17th edition of Dubai International Jewellery Week (DIJW) was organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and took place 21-24 November 2012 and attracted more than 20,000 visitors

DIJW is open to consumers and trade visitors

Dubai International Jewellery Week is organising the 5th  annual Jewellery Design Awards

Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will host daily seminars on the latest jewellery trends and jewellery care in the Middle East

About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
Website: www.dwtc.com
As the organiser of Dubai International Jewellery Week, Dubai World Trade Centre offers more than 30 years' experience of delivering world-class events in the Middle East, providing local, regional and international exhibitors with unmatched expertise and in-depth market knowledge. Our team organises 18 of the largest and most successful international and regional shows in Middle East, providing an ideal platform for business development in the region.

Our commitment to ongoing innovation within the exhibition industry has supported the rapid growth and development of a wide range of business-to-business and business-to-consumer shows, and delivered consistent satisfaction to exhibitors and visitors. DWTC works with the leading trade bodies and industry associations to ensure that all exhibitions deliver full value and are built upon the real needs of their specific sector.

For more information, please contact:
Gareth Wright / Sharrah Kapadia / Sarah Brook
Total Communications
Tel: +971 (0) 4 428 1502
Email: gareth@totalcompr.ae / sharrah@totalcompr.ae / sarahb@totalcompr.ae

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