A new state-of-the-art Assay Office to test and hallmark precious metals is expected to open in Bahrain by next year.

The announcement, which was revealed by the GCC Gold and Jewellery Association’s Bahrain chapter following an urgent meeting with the Industry and Commerce Ministry, comes on the back of complaints from jewellers that a huge backlog at the existing office is hurting trade, reported the Gulf Daily News, our sister publication.

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