PERSPECTIVE 精辟视野 32 | JNA September/October 2025 For six decades, the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association (HKJJA) has stood at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry, guiding local jewellers through changing times and uncertainties while solidifying Hong Kong’s status as a key player in the global jewellery trade. “We walked through every pivotal moment in the industry. From organising the first Jade and Gems Exhibition in 1968 and leading jewellers to exhibit at the JA New York Show in 1969 to introducing the first independent Hong Kong pavilion at VicenzaOro in 2003, each milestone marked not only a breakthrough for our members but also placed Hong Kong-made jewellery in the global spotlight,” remarked HKJJA. Over the course of 60 years, HKJJA has witnessed many industry headwinds, including soaring oil prices in the 1970s, the 1997 Asian financial crisis as well as SARS in 2003 and the 2008 global financial crisis. Throughout these upheavals, HKJJA assisted its members in adapting to challenges. The jewellery landscape in Hong Kong has evolved too, gradually transitioning from traditional craftsmanship and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to a more modern, technology-driven approach. HKJJA responded with forward-looking initiatives by introducing training programmes covering CAD/CAM, 3D printing, AI-driven designs and smart retailing. It also advocated for the shift to original design manufacturer (ODM) and original brand manufacturer (OBM) while emphasising responsible sourcing and transparency. “We recognise that our industry’s collective strength and unified spirit are our strongest defence against adversity,” shared HKJJA. “By pooling our resources and forging new paths to overseas markets, we navigate challenging times as allies.” Four chapters of growth There are four key stages in HKJJA’s 60-year history. From 1960s to 1980s, its mission centred on building credibility by setting quality standards, introducing gemstone authentication and safeguarding trust at a time when counterfeit jade posed a threat to Hong Kong’s reputation. Meanwhile, the 1980s and 1990s were all about expansion, with Hong Kong’s jewellery industry thriving amid The 2nd Hong Kong Jade and Jewelry Exhibition organised by HKJJA in 1970; HKJJA officials attending international trade events, including the 6th AEC+8 Gems and Jewelry Presidents' Summit 2017 in Myanmar; and the 2023 International Jewelry Summit in Shanghai, China 1970年由香港珠宝玉石厂商会主办的第二届香港玉石珠宝展；香港珠宝玉石厂商会会长及理事出席国际活动，包括：2017年于缅甸举行 的第六届东盟+8宝石珠宝领袖高峰会；以及2023年在中国上海举办的国际珠宝高峰论坛 HKJJA: | Sharon Kwok 郭芷雯 | Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025, the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association (HKJJA) reflects on its glorious past as it aims to lead the industry towards a new era of digitalisation, innovation and international collaboration. 为庆祝成立60周年，香港珠宝玉石厂商会(HKJJA)回顾其辉煌历史，并致力引领行业迈向数字化、 创新及与国际合作的新时代。 香港珠宝玉石厂商会: 坚毅传奇闪耀六十年 A legacy of resilience
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