Notice on Issuing the Action Plan for Promoting High-Quality Development of the Gold and Jewelry Industry in Luohu District, Shenzhen

Document Number: Luo Fu Ban [2022] No. 7

Luo Fu Ban [2022] No. 7

To all subdistrict offices and units directly under the district government:

The “Action Plan for Promoting High-Quality Development of the Gold and Jewelry Industry in Luohu District, Shenzhen” is hereby issued for thorough implementation.

Action Plan for Promoting High-Quality Development of the Gold and Jewelry Industry in Luohu District, Shenzhen

To implement the “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development Plan,” the “Opinions on Supporting Shenzhen in Building a Pilot Demonstration Zone of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics,” and the “Opinions on Several Special Measures for Relaxing Market Access in Shenzhen to Build a Pilot Demonstration Zone of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics,” seize major historical opportunities, fully leverage the scale effect, agglomeration effect, and brand effect of Luohu’s gold and jewelry industry, and promote high-quality development of the gold and jewelry industry, this action plan is specially formulated.

I. Work Objectives

Guided by building a modern industrial system and achieving high-quality development, adhere to problem orientation, innovation-driven development, financial empowerment, and brand leadership. Promote the digitalization, high-end development, and internationalization of the gold and jewelry industry. Strengthen chain extension and supplementation to enhance resource allocation capabilities. Expand industrial boundaries through financial empowerment. Strengthen brand building to increase industry added value. Accelerate the formation of a talent environment, market environment, and area environment with highly developed service economy, world-class innovation capabilities, and clustered development of headquarters enterprises. Build Luohu into a globally influential gold and jewelry trade center, gold financial innovation center, and gold and jewelry brand headquarters base. Make “Luohu Shuibei” a regional brand name card and build an internationally renowned “World Jewelry Capital.”

II. Work Tasks

(1) Build Strategic Platforms for the Gold and Jewelry Industry

1. Implement the “Opinions on Several Special Measures for Relaxing Market Access in Shenzhen to Build a Pilot Demonstration Zone of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics” issued by the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Commerce. Promote the construction of the Shenzhen International Jewelry and Jade Comprehensive Trade Platform, with the “Bonded +” comprehensive service platform for the entire jewelry and jade industry chain as the main body. Collaborate with relevant municipal departments to introduce industrial support policies, reduce transaction costs for jewelry and jade, and form a comparative advantage in international transaction costs. Strive to complete the listing of the Shenzhen International Jewelry and Jade Comprehensive Trade Platform by the end of October 2022 and start trial operation by the end of December. Continuously coordinate with relevant municipal departments to actively engage with national ministries and commissions to seek customs clearance facilitation and tax incentives and other related policies.

2. Accelerate the preparation and operation of the gold repurchase platform. Strengthen the construction of the gold factor market and create a national platform integrating gold sales, repurchase, leasing, over-the-counter warehouse, and supply chain finance for individuals and small and micro enterprises. Focus on industry pain points through technology empowerment, channel expansion, and model innovation to unblock the upstream and downstream circulation of domestic gold. Complete the registration of the gold repurchase platform company by the end of June 2022, start formal operation in September, and achieve a gold repurchase volume of over 10 tons for the year.

3. Accelerate the establishment of an industry-academia-research platform through government-school-enterprise cooperation

Actively engage with strong jewelry majors at institutions such as Guilin University of Technology and China University of Geosciences (Wuhan). Leverage higher education training resources and respective advantages to prepare for the establishment of the Guilin University of Technology Shenzhen Research Institute and the Jewelry Modern Industry College in Luohu, cultivating various outstanding talents for industrial development. Complete a strategic cooperation framework with China University of Geosciences.

Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is

Luohu District

Luohu District is a central urban area in Shenzhen, China, known as one of the city’s oldest and most vibrant commercial hubs. Established in 1979, it played a pivotal role in Shenzhen’s early economic development, serving as a gateway for trade and foreign investment. Today, it is famous for landmarks like the Luohu Commercial City and Dongmen Pedestrian Street, reflecting its blend of historical significance and modern urban life.

Shenzhen

Shenzhen is a major city in southern China, known for its rapid transformation from a small fishing village into a global technology and innovation hub. Its modern history began in 1979 when it was designated as China’s first Special Economic Zone, attracting massive investment and migration. Today, it is a bustling metropolis famous for its skyscrapers, electronics markets, and role as the headquarters of leading tech companies like Huawei and Tencent.

Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is a dynamic economic and cultural region in southern China, comprising nine cities in Guangdong province plus the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao. Historically, this area has been a hub of trade and cultural exchange since the Silk Road era, with Hong Kong and Macao serving as key colonial ports under British and Portuguese rule respectively until their handovers in the late 20th century. Today, the GBA is a major global innovation and transportation center, integrating the strengths of its diverse cities to drive China’s economic growth.

Shenzhen International Jewelry and Jade Comprehensive Trade Platform

The Shenzhen International Jewelry and Jade Comprehensive Trade Platform is a major hub in Shenzhen, China, designed to facilitate the global trade of jewelry, jade, and precious stones. Established to support Shenzhen’s rapid economic growth and its status as a key jewelry manufacturing center, the platform integrates trading, exhibition, and logistics services. It reflects the city’s transformation from a small fishing village into a modern metropolis, with the jewelry industry playing a significant role in its development since the 1980s.

Guilin University of Technology

Guilin University of Technology, located in Guilin, China, was founded in 1956 and originally known as the Guilin College of Geology. It has since evolved into a comprehensive university with a strong focus on engineering, earth sciences, and applied technology. The institution plays a key role in regional education and research, particularly in areas related to geology and environmental science.

China University of Geosciences (Wuhan)

The China University of Geosciences (Wuhan), established in 1952, is a leading national institution specializing in geoscience education and research. It originated from the merger of several prestigious university geology departments, including those from Peking University and Tsinghua University. The campus is renowned for housing the Yifu Museum, which features an extensive collection of fossils, minerals, and geological specimens.

Guilin University of Technology Shenzhen Research Institute

The Guilin University of Technology Shenzhen Research Institute is a satellite campus and research hub established by Guilin University of Technology in Shenzhen, China. It focuses on advanced scientific research and talent development, particularly in fields like geology, materials science, and environmental engineering. The institute leverages Shenzhen’s innovation ecosystem to bridge academic research with industrial applications, supporting the university’s broader mission of technological and economic development.

Jewelry Modern Industry College

The Jewelry Modern Industry College is an educational institution in China focused on training professionals in jewelry design, manufacturing, and management, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern industrial techniques. Established to support the growing jewelry industry, it offers programs that integrate hands-on skills with contemporary technology and market trends. The college plays a key role in preserving cultural heritage while fostering innovation in the jewelry sector.

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