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New era for island of gems as countdown begins to 'FACETS Sri Lanka 2026'

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September 29, 2025

■Three months and counting until 'FACETS Sri Lanka 2026' opens its doors ■'FACETS Sri Lanka 2026' to be most dynamic edition to date ■ Universal Travel Bureau signs up as Official Travel Partner

ONLY three months remain until the grand opening of FACETS Sri Lanka 2026 - the 33rd edition of Asia's premier gem and jewellery exhibition, organised by the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLJGA) in collaboration with the National Jewellery Authority.

The event will take place from 3 to 5 January 2026 at Cinnamon Life City of Dreams. This landmark edition of the exhibition is set to introduce a futuristic two-floor showcase that celebrates the country's unparalleled gem legacy and vibrant jewellery sector and reaffirms Sri Lanka's reputation as the true 'Island of Gems.'

A major highlight leading up to the exhibition is the announcement of the Sapphire Sponsorship Circle, which is a distinguished group of 11 of Sri Lanka's foremost gem exporters and jewellers. The circle includes Colombo Jewellery Stores, Domico Gems, Ellawala Exports Ltd., Gem Paradise, Mushan International, Regal Gems, RnR Fine Gems, Ruwanpura Gems Ltd., Subash Gems, Trust Gems, and Zam Gems. Their collective demonstrates unity amongst the industry and its commitment to elevating FACETS as the country's leading international platform for gems and jewellery.

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