Vanessa O'Brien, a friend
of Pakistan and an accomplished mountain climber, attended an event in her
honor, organized by the Embassy of Pakistan today. Ms. O'Brien is the first
British American woman to achieve the distinction of scaling K-2, the second
highest peak in the World located in Pakistan, unfolding among others a
Pakistani flag at the Summit, says a press release received from Washington DC
here today.
Speaking on the occasion,
Ms. O'Brian said that she was "a fan of Pakistan". Pakistan is a
beautiful country with rich cultural heritage and with the most hospitable
people. A country that has a lot to offer in addition to the fabulous mountains.
"I was lucky to know the great people and the country of Pakistan during
my expedition", she added.
Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad
Chaudhry, while appreciating Ms. O'Brien's expression of warm feelings for
Pakistan said that her story and personality is an inspiration for all of us.
Ambassador greatly appreciated the perseverance, patience & dedication of
Ms. O'Brien during her 03 yrs expedition in scaling K-2 in Pakistan and her
friendship with the people of Pakistan.
Ms. O'Brian was invited by
the Ambassador Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry to speak to the staff of the Embassy
honoring her friendship with Pakistan. She presented a flag of Pakistan with
her signatures to the Ambassador. The signatures carried the message "From
K-2:To Pakistan with Love".
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