Kingdom exports 1.3bn worth of jewellery and gem in 1H20

Cambodia exported a total of $1.3bn worth of jewellery and precious stones to the international market in the first six months of 2020, a remarkable increase from just over $415mn last year, according to the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE). The Kingdom shipped 25,563 units of jewellery and precious stones, which weighted a total of 36,803kg, GDCE reported. Singapore is Cambodia's largest export market, follwed by Thailand, Vietnam, Belgium, Japan, Italy and China. The jewels and precious stones that the Kingdom exports include natural pearls or cultured pearls, precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metals, and imitation jewellery and coins. (Source: Phnom Penh Post)