RIYADH: Around 1,000 industry experts from some 73 countries are expected to attend the first edition of the International Summit for Exhibitions and Conferences, which takes place from Dec. 15-17. Hosted at Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City and organized by the Saudi Conventions and Exhibitions General Authority, the three-day event will explore investment opportunities in the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions sector in Saudi Arabia, welcoming dozens of local establishments and global event organizers.