50 % discount peak royalty in pakistan during 2005.

50% concession in royalty fee granted to climbing expeditions during 2002-2004 will now continue into 2005. The status of 6500m peaks as trekking peaks will also remain applicable during the current season. This important decision was made at an urgent meeting between the Alpine Club of Pakistan and the Minister and Secretary Tourism held at the Ministry on Feb 10, 2005. Amjad Ali Khan [email protected] www.saltorosummits.com