April 11，2025 – The press conference for the 2025 China Nanjing (International) Mineral, Gemstone & Fossil Expo was held today in Nanjing, under the theme "Minerals Shine in Jinling, Auspicious Vibes from the East."
The Expo is co-hosted by the ViewStone Association of China(VSAC), Nanjing University, and Jiangsu Cable Network. It receives special support from the China Mining Association and Chinese National Geography magazine, with additional support from the Jiangsu Geological Bureau and the School of Earth and Space Sciences at Peking University.
The event is organized by Jiangsu Jiangwen Exhibition Co., Ltd. and the Mineral Crystal Special Committee of VSAC, with special collaboration from the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Co-organizers include: Jiangsu Geological Society, Jiangsu Society of Mineral Resources Economics, Jiangsu Geological Survey Institute, Zhejiang Natural History Museum, Zhejiang Museum Association, Jiangsu Association of Science Museums, Jiangsu Ornamental Stones Association, The Collector’s Edge Minerals, Inc. (USA), Donghai Crystal Industry Development Group Co., Ltd. Meteorite Committee of the Chinese Ornamental Stones Association, Cultural Planning & Consulting Committee of the Chinese Ornamental Stones Association, Nanjing Land and Resources Society, Changzhou Museum, Nanjing Yuhua Stone Association. Distinguished Guests at the Press Conference includes: Zhuang Chuanwei, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Jiangsu Cable Network, Zhong Changhai, Standing Vice President of the Chinese Ornamental Stones Association, Zhou Bin, Editor-in-Chief of Qunzhong Magazine, Yang Qingfeng, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and General Manager of Jiangsu Cable Network, Pan Zhengqin, Former Standing Committee Member of Jiangsu Provincial CPPCC, Former Party Secretary and Director of Jiangsu Geology and Mineral Resources Bureau, and Executive Deputy Director of the Expo Organizing Committee, Dong Ting, Party Committee Secretary of the School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing University, Chen Renyun, Member of the Party Committee and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Xinhua Daily, Deputy General Manager of Xinhua Media Group, and President of Rural Cadre News, Li Peijun, Party Committee Secretary of the School of Earth and Space Sciences, Peking University, Jiang Dayong, Deputy Party Committee Secretary of the School of Earth and Space Sciences, Peking University, Cui Feng, Member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director of Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation, Fu Fuqiang, Chairman of Jiangsu Food Group Co., Ltd., Xie Li, Member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director of Nanjing Radio and TV Group, Li Yang, Deputy Director of the Exhibition Office, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (Nanjing Branch).
Zhong Changhai，Standing Vice President (in residence) of VSAC
Zhong Changhai, Standing Vice President of VSAC, delivered a speech at the press conference, expressing high praise for Nanjing's growing prominence as a global hub for the mineral and gemstone industry. He noted that the Nanjing Mineral Expo has now secured its place among the world's top five professional exhibitions for minerals, gems, and fossils, setting a benchmark for fostering new growth in Jiangsu's convention and exhibition industry.
Moving forward, the Nanjing Mineral Expo will strive to become a "never-ending expo brand," focusing on four key dimensions: exhibition organization, industry promotion, cultural exchange, and innovation-driven development. This vision will further elevate Nanjing’s role as the "City of Stone," offering a grand global showcase and an extraordinary journey into the world of premium minerals, gems, and fossils.
Dong Ting， Party Committee Secretary of School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing University
Dong Ting, Party Committee Secretary of the School of Earth Sciences and Engineering at Nanjing University, stated that during this year's Mineral Expo, the school will continue its in-depth participation in the science popularization area, focusing on three key highlights: first, comprehensive immersive science outreach experiences; second, the integration of interactive experiments with cutting-edge research; and third, leveraging university resources to empower public education.
The School of Earth Sciences and Engineering looks forward to collaborating with all sectors of society to elevate Nanjing Mineral Expo into a premier international platform for experiencing nature's marvels and exploring scientific wonders, thereby advancing public understanding of geosciences to new heights.
Additionally, Dong Ting announced that Nanjing University will host the 24th IMA International Mineralogical Congress in August 2026—the largest and most prestigious academic event in the field of mineralogy worldwide.
Zhuang Chuanwei：Party Committee Secretary & Chairman, Jiangsu Cable Network
2025 marks both the continuation of the Nanjing Mineral Expo's legacy and the 10th anniversary of Jiangsu Cable Network's listing. As one of the organizers of this year's expo, Zhuang Chuanwei, Party Committee Secretary and Chairman of Jiangsu Cable Network, delivered a speech reflecting on the success of the previous two editions. He emphasized that with the imminent opening of the 3rd Nanjing Mineral Expo, Jiangsu Cable Network will continue to enhance integrated communication efforts for the event, elevating promotional effectiveness to empower the expo and contribute "Mineral Expo Intelligence" to Jiangsu's high-quality development.
Furthermore, he expressed hope that the Mineral Expo platform would further unlock Nanjing's potential in "geological resources + cultural tourism economy", injecting new momentum into the city's sustainable economical growth.
Li Peijun：Party Committee Secretary, School of Earth and Space Sciences, Peking University
Li Peijun, Party Committee Secretary of the School of Earth and Space Sciences at Peking University, remarked that this year's Mineral Expo brilliantly integrates Nanjing's historical legacy as the "City of Stone" with the innovative spirit of modern geoscientific development.
"As global mining undergoes accelerated transformation toward intelligent systems, green technologies, and high value-added industries," Li noted, "the Nanjing Mineral Expo has evolved beyond being a display platform for minerals, gems, and fossils—it has become a cutting-edge forum for international professional discourse."
Looking ahead, Peking University's School of Earth and Space Sciences aims to leverage the expo as a bridge for deeper collaboration with global peers in three key areas: advancing research on sustainable mineral extraction, facilitating technology commercialization, and cultivating next-generation geoscience talent.
Li Yang：Deputy Director, Exhibition Office of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Nanjing Sub-Council
Li Yang, Deputy Director of the Exhibition Office at CCPIT Nanjing Sub-Council, expressed full affirmation for the Nanjing Mineral Expo. She emphasized that this year's expo has established an integrated industry ecosystem encompassing commercial trade, academic exchange, and science education – all executed with global vision and professional standards.
"CCPIT Nanjing will provide comprehensive support services," Li stated, "including customs clearance, logistics, and intellectual property protection, to ensure all exhibitors enjoy seamless one-stop services and a truly welcoming experience."
"Collaborative to achieve Win-Win, Form a Glorious Partnership" Launch Ceremony of Nanjing Mineral Expo Green Development Alliance
Peng Tian：Deputy Secretary-General, Organizing Committee
China Nanjing (International) Mineral, Gem & Fossil Expo，General Manager of Jiangsu Jiangwen Exhibition Co., Ltd.
Xu Yingbo：Curator of Jiangsu Jiangwen Exhibition Co., Ltd.
Under the witness of distinguished guests, the "Collaborative to achieve Win-Win, Form a Glorious Partnership" Nanjing Mineral Expo Green Development Alliance was officially launched.
Subsequently, Peng Tian, Deputy Secretary-General of the Organizing Committee for the China Nanjing (International) Mineral, Gemstone & Fossil Expo and General Manager of Jiangsu Jiangwen Exhibition Co., Ltd., along with Xu Yingbo, Curator of Jiangsu Jiangwen Exhibition Co., Ltd., delivered captivating presentations. They introduced the highlights of this year's Nanjing Mineral Expo and the special exhibition "Into the Depths: Purple Nebula of the Earth", showcasing rare purple mineral specimens.
Launch Ceremony of the "Mineral Visionaries @ Stone City" Global Ambassador Program
At the press conference, the 2025 "Mineral Visionaries @ Stone City" Global Ambassador Program was officially launched. From now until May 20th, netizens can participate by creating original content related to the Nanjing Mineral Expo with hashtags #南京矿博会 or #CIMGE on major platforms including: Vision World, Weibo, Toutiao, Xiaohongshu, Douyin, WeChat Channels, Kuaishou, Bilibili, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube. Outstanding contributors stand to win rewards up to 10,000 RMB.
Presale Launch Ceremony for Nanjing Mineral Expo Special Exhibition Tickets
Meanwhile, ticket presales have officially launched for the "Into the Depths: Purple Nebula of the Earth" special exhibition on purple minerals.
Starting from April 15th, search for "2025 Nanjing Mineral Expo" on Tiktok or Xiaohongshu to purchase tickets. Alternatively, follow the WeChat official account "晶彩收藏", navigate to the "矿博会" menu, and select "2025矿博会门票" to complete your purchase.
2025 Nanjing Mineral Expo Complimentary Ticket Awarding Ceremony
At the press conference, Peng Zhaoyuan, Director of the Mineral Crystal Special Committee under VSAC, presented special exhibition tickets of this year's Mineral Expo to representatives from: Jiangsu Provincial Department of Education, Nanjing University, Nanjing Technical College of Engineering, Yanghe Art Center.
Reading Ceremony of the Nanjing Mineral Expo Merchant Integrity Pledge
Collective Reading Ceremony of the Volunteer Pledge
Subsequently, Cao Ming, Director of the Business Department of the Nanjing Mineral Expo, together with representatives from participating merchants, inspection/certification agencies, and mineral enthusiasts, jointly recited the Nanjing Mineral Expo Merchant Integrity Pledge. Meanwhile, volunteer representatives from Nanjing University and Nanjing Technical College of Engineering solemnly read the Volunteer Pledge.
Scheduled for May 15–19, 2025, at the Nanjing International Exhibition Center, this edition of the expo will continue the theme "Fostering Cross-Border Integration to Promote Cultural Exchange". The organizing committee will collaborate with global cultural institutions, universities, and associations to host the 2025 International Museum Cultural Development Forum.
Forum Highlights includes Keynote speeches by academicians, scholars, and museum directors on: Nature & Culture Synergy， Mineral Conservation & Heritage， Leveraging Museums for Science Communication
Attendees includes: Museum professionals, geoscience experts, and interdisciplinary art enthusiasts will convene to witness intellectual exchanges, embodying the spirit of "Culture Enlightens, Minerals Illuminate".
Adopting the "1+N" model, the expo spans 40,000 sqm, including：Main Venue: Nanjing International Exhibition Center (core pavilion) Satellite Venues that includes Jiangsu Mineral Culture Center, Nanjing Mineral Art Gallery, Nanjing University Geological Museum, Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology (CAS), Nanjing Geological Museum, Premium Exhibits at Nanjing Grand Metro Park Hotel
Main Exhibition zones includes International Minerals, Domestic Minerals, Jewelry & Gems, Fossils, Meteorites, Ornamental Stones, Science popularization zone, Integrated Activities zone
conference site
This Mineral Expo will bring together over 500 exhibitors from more than 50 countries and regions, including the United States, Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Uruguay, France, Russia, Serbia, Colombia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. International exhibitors account for over 20% of the total, with the event's level of internationalization aligning with UFI standards.
Additionally, the Nanjing Mineral Expo has partnered with multiple institutions such as the Zhejiang Museum Society, Jiangsu Association of Science Education Venues, Zhejiang Natural History Museum, and Changzhou Museum to organize the "Minerals Shaping the Future—Cross-Disciplinary Seminar on Museum Cultural Communication and Education in the AI Era." Through academic discussions and case studies, the seminar responds to the 2025 International Museum Day theme, "The Future of Museums in a Rapidly Changing Society," and promotes the development of a "technology + education" multidimensional communication ecosystem for museums in the AI era, offering new paradigms for industry advancement.
Group photo of guests