Israel, a major player in the global diamond and jewelery trade, has invited Sri Lankan gem and jewelery businessmen and designers to collaborate with Israeli diamond traders. This partnership aims to enhance global demand for gem and jewelery by integrating Sri Lanka's expertise in gem cutting and jewelery production with Israel's well-established diamond industry.

The invitation was extended by the President of the Israel Diamond Exchange Ltd., Nissim Zuaretz during a bilateral meeting with the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Israel, Nimal Bandara.

In response, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tel Aviv agreed to organize a visit for international gem and jewelery entrepreneurs from Sri Lanka to Israel. This initiative will be coordinated in collaboration with international gem and jewelery exporters and designers, as well as the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), to explore new business opportunities.

During the discussions, Sri Lanka's past achievements and contributions to the gem and jewelery trade were highlighted, and potential avenues for cooperation between the two countries were explored.

President of the Israel Diamond Exchange Ltd., Nissim Zuaretz also highlighted the international business network of the Israel diamond exchange and explained how they operate globally. Ambassador Nimal Bandara requested Israel to establish a business center in the Colombo Port City project to facilitate easier trade links with South and Southeast Asian markets.

The Embassy plans to facilitate the visit of Sri Lankan gem and jewelery industry representatives to Israel in May 2025. Interested parties can contact Deputy Head of Mission Hemantha Ekanayaka for further information on WhatsApp at +94-718447305.

Managing Director of the Israel Diamond Exchange Ltd, Eran Zini; Chairman of the Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce, Anat Bernstein Reich; Deputy Chairman of the Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce, Ron Doron; Deputy Head of Mission, Hemantha Ekanayaka; Counselor of the Embassy, ​​Nilmini Abeygunawardhana and Second Secretary, Sanjaya Niroshana also took part in the event.

Embassy of Sri Lanka

Tel Aviv

07 March 2025