Qatari woman set to make historic Everest ascent

An avid adventurer, Sheikha Asma has already completed three of the nine Explorers Grand Slam challenges

* Sheikha Asma Al Thani is aiming to inspire women and young people across the Middle East Sheikha Asma Al Thani aims to become the first Qatari woman to climb Mount Everest in April/May this year as part of her drive to inspire women and young people in the region to challenge stereotypes and fulfil their dreams. Everest represents the toughest challenge yet on Sheikha Asma’s journey to become the first woman from the Middle East to complete the Explorers Grand Slam, which involves