The 56th Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show will take place from September 24–28, 2025, at Expo Centre Sharjah. Featuring over 500 exhibitors from 21 countries, the event showcases gold, diamonds, watches, and gemstones. With record-breaking past sales of AED 105 million (USD 28.6 million), the show remains a key international platform for jewellery trade and innovation.
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