Akhir 14, 1432 H/March 19, 2011, SPA -- On behalf of Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Premier, Minister of Defense and Aviation and Inspector General, Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Riyadh Region, patronized here this evening the opening of the exhibition and international forum on general education. The Ministry of Education is organizing the four-day event in Riyadh. The event features international speakers and exhibitions by specialized local and foreign companies. A speech ceremony was held on the occasion. A Show was presented highlighting education progress in the kingdom. Prince Salman delivered Prince Sultan's speech which highlighted the importance of investing in people and education. After delivering Prince Sultan's speech, Prince Salman made a statement in which he praised Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud's speech and orders issued yesterday. Then, Prince Salman opened and toured the exhibition accompanying the event.