BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is advancing its efforts to position itself as a global hub for gems and jewelry, following strong export growth of over 110% in the first four months of 2025. Data from the Customs Department, processed by the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization), revealed that in April, exports of gems and jewelry (excluding gold) were valued at USD 714.90 million (THB 23,371 million), representing a 39.62% year-on-year increase. This marked the sixth consecutive month of continued positive growth.
Including gold exports, the total export value reached 1,726.67 USD million, up 115.65%. For the first four months of 2025 (January–April), exports excluding gold amounted to USD 5,801.30 million, an increase of 91.76%. Including gold, total exports reached USD 10,362.53 million, reflecting a 110.82% rise. These figures highlight the strong potential of Thailand’s gem industry in effectively expanding into international markets.
Key export markets continue to show growth, with exports to the US increasing by 24.83%, the UK by 29.37%, Japan by 44.37%, Germany by 12.03%, Italy by 8.11%, and the UAE by 14.24%. Meanwhile, exports to Switzerland and Belgium saw slight declines of 2.81% and 24.09%, respectively.
Regarding niche product groups, platinum exports saw a significant surge of 135,096.38%, mostly to India. Silver jewelry exports increased by 20.19%, gold jewelry by 8.16%, platinum jewelry by 106.43%, faceted precious gemstones by 25.26%, semi-precious gemstones by 10.89%, and custom jewelry rose slightly by 0.02%. (PRD)
