Basel, Switzerland, March 22, 2017: The 100th Baselworld Watch and Jewelery Show opens today with a press release and officially begins today. As the trend-setting and must-miss annual event in the industry, Basel International Watch & Jewelery Fair brings together the leaders and key figures from the global watch and jewelery industry and sets the tone for the development trend of the international watch and jewelery industry in the coming year. As in previous years, the industry's highly anticipated new year-long annual ceremony will begin. The elite from paper, television and digital media, as well as hundreds of thousands of viewers watching the world live together will witness this historic moment. René Kamm, Chief Executive Officer of MCH Group, first welcomed all those present at the 100th Annual Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair. He said that Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair has been part of the MCH Group's journey of development from the very beginning and at the international level, "There is no doubt that the Basel International Watch & Jewelery Fair has laid the foundation for the success and global position of our group Great contribution. " Sylvie Ritter, managing director of Baselworld, welcomes all media representatives attending press conferences and journalists who track the 100th Annual Basel International Watch and Jewelery Show on the live broadcast platform. "For 100 years, watchmakers and jewelers have presented their ideas to visitors from Switzerland and around the world at Basel for centuries." What deserves to be especially celebrated at this event is that for over a century, International Watch and Jewelery Fair has always been an important date on the industry calendar. Every festival is eagerly awaited and looked forward to. "Speaking of a large number of journalists participating in the Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair and their growing awareness, Ritter emphasizes:" The presence of such a large number of journalistic practitioners reflects your commitment to this show The strong interest. " She then reviews the history of the show for the past 100 years and briefly lists a few key milestones in the show's history, concluding: "This brief review proves one thing: through Basel's forward thinking, we create The most important watch and jewelery fair in the world. " Regarding the reasons for the success of this exhibition, Ms. Ritter pointed out in particular: "We have succeeded in reshaping, rejuvenating, adapting, modernizing, constantly changing ourselves and constantly reacting to the constantly changing markets." She emphasized: "This Is something we will continue to do "because" looking to the future is our mission! " In the meantime, Ms. Ritter explained the past 12 months and admitted frankly that this period "is very difficult and has forced some industry insiders to leave the watch and jewelery industry." Against this backdrop, it is necessary to restructure the concept of the show once again and Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair has taken the lead in transition to a show reflecting changes in the global market. "In addition, she said:" This transition process will always be an emphasis on quality over quality. The result is that we have rejected some exhibitors at this year's show, which is an option Is the choice we made. " Back to Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair concept, Ritter said: "The essence of the show is to reflect the market to meet the expectations of all types of market, so as to maintain the spirit of keeping pace with the times." Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair has never Stagnation, Retaliation! "She further elaborates on new ideas on how to achieve change and market alignment:" With the latest adjustments, we have provided the stand-alone watch manufacturer in the Palace Pavilion with a preferred pavilion in Hall 1, "Les Ateliers, through which we meet the growing needs in this area. "She went on to reveal another in Hall 1 called the new Design Lab showroom. "This space is designed for designers, mainly jewelry designers, to showcase unique and innovative work and avant-garde avant-garde." Ms. Ritter praised the media for playing a crucial role in maintaining the dominance of Baselworld, and all the latest series of works have been broadcast to the world in seconds. To this end, she thanked all media representatives for creating the incredible global influence of Basel International Watch & Jewelery Fair. Exhibitor Board Chairman Eric Bertrand, on behalf of exhibitors, extended a warm welcome to all participants of the 2017 Baselworld Watch & Jewelery Fair. Mr. Bertrand said: "Every year Basel International Watch & Jewelery Fair has aroused great repercussions around the world, not only in Basel and Switzerland, but also in the watch and jewelery industry." He also summarized the exhibition Value: "Exhibitors have the opportunity to showcase their innovations and creations to the most influential and prominent retailers and media in the world only here and not anywhere else." In addition to this He added: "Based on our experience, we know that the new series of works presented to the world at Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair will become a news hot spot in the next 12 months, and the trend that will be formed here will be disseminated All over the world. "Speaking of the history of Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair, Bertrand said:" This exhibition demonstrates the constant adaptation to the rapidly changing and transformational environment of Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair. For this reason, Not only has the jewelery show made major changes, but it has also been a positive reflection of the market.When all in the industry seek security value and stability This enviable global platform will become more and more powerful. That is the essence of the Basel International Watch and Jewelery Show to best respond to the whole world watches and jewelry market. " Mr. Bertrand also mentioned that the current economic and geopolitical situation offers "an opportunity to act in the right and well-established markets in the past few years." What surprised him in the past is that some brands have a passion for watches and jewelery but Is unfamiliar to the industry, adding: "When the wind is unfavorable, these brands are going to be hit hard and cold." That's why "some brands have to give up and brands that are focused and rely on expertise still stand tall Inverted. "As a result of market consolidation, the entire industry will benefit from the start of a recovery. Mr. Bertrand is confident that "this recovery will give the most prepared practitioners considerable market share and unparalleled success." As Chairman of the Booth Committee, I am confident that Basel International Watch and Jewelery Fair will continue to reflect the market and insist Quality is better than strategy. " Logically, brands that are not orthodox but invested in watchmaking and jewelry, and those who are absent today, have made more room for the show. Mr. Bertrand said: "We are now able to set up the 'Les Ateliers' pavilion in Hall 1 and fit perfectly with the group of independent watchmakers indispensable to our industry." He added: "I am proud that this new pavilion was part of my tenure "In concluding, he made a special mention of his commitment to the show:" During the entire year I had a dialogue with the management of Baselworld, and I will continue to work on the High quality, great appeal and global influence. " At the close of the press briefing, François Thiébaud, chairman of the Swiss exhibitors' committee, emphasized that Baselworld held eight days a year and that eight days Baselworld made the time better. Commenting on the Swiss watch export, Thiébaud said that Swiss watch exports dropped by 9.88% in 2016 compared with the previous year, with a slight improvement in the last quarter of 2016, but the global political and economic situation remains difficult. The Swiss National Bank's decision on the Swiss franc valuation made on January 15, 2015 has negatively affected the Swiss watch exports. Mr Thiébaud reminded the guests that, in terms of value, the Swiss watch industry still exports the largest volume in the world. Thiébaud praised the history and development of Baselworld, where beauty and innovation serve time. In particular, he recalled the significant evolution of Basel International Watch & Jewelery during the past 100 years and recalls the first edition of only 19 Swiss brands exhibiting in 1917, and in 2017 220 Swiss brands will be here Present their latest work. 2017 Basel International Watch & Jewelery Fair will be held March 23-30, 2017.