11-3-2019
Gemmological Institute of India (GII), National Gemstone Testing Center (NGTC), Gem & Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) and China Gems & Jade Exchange (CGE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a Strategic Cooperation Agreement for Asia-Pacific Gemstone and Technology Standardisation Alliance (AGA) during the Global Jewellery Industry and Standardization Forum at the Hong Kong international jewellery show.
The alliance will focus on harmonisation of protocols, rules and standardisation of laboratories to provide the consumer with reliable results which enhance consumer confidence of the Asia Pacific region. The agreement was prepared by NGTC. “Standards are the common language and rules in social and economic activities, and it promotes the interconnection of the world, accelerates innovation and development, and leads the progress of the times,” said Liang Zhenjie, NGTC deputy director.
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