India–Greece Business Forum opens new doors for jewellery trade

03-07-2026 01:30 PM

Building on its recent UK engagements, GJEPC strengthened its presence in Southern Europe during the India-Greece Business Forum, where Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, represented India's gem and jewellery industry as part of the high-level business delegation accompanying Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal.

Organised by the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), the forum brought together senior government and business leaders from both countries. H.E. Ravi Shankar, Ambassador of India to Greece, addressed delegates alongside Greek ministers and industry leaders, while the Indian delegation included Sanjay Tugnait, President and CEO, Fairfax Digital Services.

During the sectoral roundtables, Parikh highlighted opportunities to expand jewellery trade with Greece and position the country as a gateway to Southern Europe. The programme also included meetings with Fokion Karavias, CEO of Eurobank, and interactions with the Greek startup ecosystem, government officials and industry leaders to explore investment and commercial partnerships.

Courtesy: AOJ DESK NEWS

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