Dubai resident summits third highest mountain in the world

Dubai-based Pakistani mountaineer Naila Kiani has on Friday morning, at 4:44 am (UAE Standard Time), successfully summited Mount Kanchenjunga (8,586 metres), the third highest mountain in the world.

- Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

This remarkable achievement makes her only the second Muslim woman in history to climb 12 of the planet's 14 peaks above 8,000 metres, accomplished by 16 women historically.

Living in Dubai and proudly sponsored by the BARD Foundation, Kiani credits both the UAE's ambitious spirit and her sponsor’s rock-solid belief in her potential as key forces behind her journey.

"The UAE has been more than just my home, it has been the gateway to everything I dared to dream,” said Kiani after the summit.

“This is a country that doesn't just believe in the impossible, it makes it happen.”

“Behind Naila’s extraordinary pursuit of the world’s highest peaks stands a consistent force, the BARD Foundation. Their continued support is not just a partnership, but a commitment to seeing her through to the summit and beyond.”

Abdul Razak Dawood, President - BARD Foundation, praised the historic nature of her achievement.