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Daily News Egypt
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily News Egypt
Pakistan names Qatari royal as brand ambassador after ‘Killer Mountain' climb
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Qatari royal and elite mountaineer Sheikha Asma Al Thani as the country's Brand Ambassador for Mountains and Tourism, following her historic summit of Nanga Parbat. The announcement came shortly after Sheikha Asma became the first Qatari woman to scale the 8,126-metre peak, which is located in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region and is known as one of the world's most dangerous. Her appointment is seen as both a diplomatic gesture and a strategic move to promote Pakistan's mountain ranges as a global destination for high-altitude adventure. In a statement posted on social media platform X, Sharif praised Sheikha Asma's achievement as a 'powerful message of courage and determination' and a symbol of the enduring ties between Pakistan and Qatar. 'I am pleased to appoint Her Highness Sheikha Asma Al Thani as the Brand Ambassador for Pakistan's Mountains and Tourism,' he wrote. 'Her recent achievement of summiting Nanga Parbat is truly inspiring. It stands as a testament to resilience and showcases the immense potential of Pakistan's mountain tourism.' Known for its treacherous conditions, Nanga Parbat has long held the ominous nickname 'Killer Mountain.' Just last week, Czech mountaineer Klára Kolouchová, 46, died during an expedition on the same peak. For Sheikha Asma, the summit marked her ninth successful ascent of the world's 14 peaks over 8,000 metres. 'Alhamdulillah, Nanga Parbat. My ninth 8000er and one of the toughest climbs I've faced,' she wrote on Instagram. 'This mountain tested me in ways I didn't expect… a constant reminder of how fragile life truly is.' 'There was surrender, and there was strength I didn't know I still had. I climb not just to reach summits, but to return to what matters,' she added.
News18
09-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Who Is Qatari Princess, The New Brand Ambassador For ‘Pakistan's Mountains And Tourism'?
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Sheikha Asma Al Thani for her recent feat of scaling Nanga Parbat. Days after Qatari royal and elite mountaineer Sheikha Asma Al Thani successfully scaled Nanga Parbat in Gilgit-Baltistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed her as Pakistan's brand ambassador for mountains and tourism. Sharif also congratulated her on the inspiring feat with a message on X (formerly Twitter). His message read, 'Her achievement sends a powerful message of courage and determination and stands as a testament to the enduring friendship between Pakistan and Qatar." 🇵🇰 Majestic mountain ⛰️ calling!I am pleased to appoint Her Highness Sheikha Asma Al Thani as the Brand Ambassador for Pakistan's Mountains and Tourism. My heartfelt felicitations to Her Highness on her recent feat of scaling Nanga Parbat. It is truly inspiring! Her… — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) July 8, 2025 Who is Qatari royal Sheikha Asma Al Thani? A mountaineer by passion, Sheikha Asma Al Thani is a member of the ruling family of Qatar. She has been a pioneer for Qatari women and is deputed as the Director of Marketing and Communications for the Qatar Olympic Committee. Her love for mountaineering has earned her several records, including being the first Qatari woman to summit Mount Everest. She has also partnered with the UNHCR, waving their flag to raise her voice and concern for the refugees. After her expedition to Mount Everest in June 2022, she shared in her post, 'As I was pushing my limits to reach the top, I couldn't help but think of the millions of refugees who embark on dangerous journeys to reach safety. More than 100 million people around the world have been forced out of their homes by conflict, violence, and persecution. An alarming reality and a sad milestone we never wanted to reach." The UNHCR describes her as 'an adventurer at heart and a humanitarian by nature'. In her passion and love for mountaineering, she has recently summited Nanga Parbat, also known as the 'Killer Mountain'. Located in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region, the peak is 8,126 metres high. It is one of the deadliest mountain peaks to climb, given the harsh weather conditions. Before this achievement, she had climbed Mount Everest, K2, and Makalu. On all her expeditions, she displays her advocacy for refugees. In one of her previous posts, she wrote, 'Every time I raise the UNHCR flag on a summit, I think of the more than 120 million people around the world who've been forced to flee their homes." First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Arab News
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Czech climber missing in Pakistan after fall on Nanga Parbat expedition
ISLAMABAD: A Czech woman climber has gone missing after a fall during her attempt to summit Nanga Parbat, a Pakistani mountaineering club said on Friday. Klara Kolouchova, 46, reportedly fell from a height between Camp I and Camp II of Nanga Parbat on Thursday, according to Karrar Haidri, secretary-general of the Alpine Club of Pakistan that organizes various expeditions. 'Authorities and rescue teams were immediately alerted and dispatched,' Haidri told Arab News. 'Recovery efforts are underway to locate and retrieve her body from the fall site.' Klara, an accomplished mountaineer, was globally recognized as the first Czech woman to summit both Mount Everest and K2. She had arrived in Pakistan on June 15, accompanied by her husband and five team members. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and the mountaineering community during this difficult time,' Haidri said. Nanga Parbat, the ninth-highest peak in the world at 8,126 meters, is infamous for its difficult terrain and high fatality rate, which has earned it the nickname 'Killer Mountain.' Over 100 climbers and porters have died on its slopes, with the Rupal face considered particularly unforgiving due to avalanche risk and exposure to extreme weather. Earlier this week, three European climbers achieved a rare feat on one of the world's most dangerous peaks by scaling Nanga Parbat from the treacherous Rupal face in alpine style, with one of them paragliding down from near the summit in a daring solo descent. Unlike traditional expedition climbing, alpine style involves climbing in a single push without establishing fixed ropes or pre-stocked camps, requiring climbers to carry all their gear. The approach demands speed, efficiency and a high degree of skill, especially at high altitude. German climber David Göttler was joined by French mountaineers Tiphaine Duperier and Boris Langenstein for the climb via the Schell route, a steep and rarely successful line up the mountain's massive southern wall. The Rupal face, rising nearly 4,600 meters from base to summit, is considered the world's highest mountain face and among the most technically demanding. 'Sometimes you need to be patient … It's taken five attempts, but now that I've achieved it, I know it's all been worthwhile,' Göttler wrote in a social media post on Tuesday, describing his 12-year pursuit of the route. He said summiting with his teammates in alpine style was 'incredible,' adding that being able to fly down from around 7,700 meters to base camp on the same day took his joy 'to the next level.'
