QUETTA, Oct 24 Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company organised a gem bazaar here, which was opened by Dr Abdul Salam Barech, director Centre of Excellence, Mineralogy, Balochistan University, on Saturday.

It was the second event of its kind in Quetta to promote the gemstone sector and also to provide an opportunity and platform for those interested in buying and selling gem stones and minerals specimen under one roof in a secured environment.

A large number of people visited the bazaar where around 26 exhibitors displayed their gem stones and minerals specimen.

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