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= Little Karim = Abdul Karim (born 1950 in Hushe village, Baltistan, Pakistan). Better known as Little Karim. High altitude porter, guide and climber.

Conqueror of the eight-thousander Gasherbrum II (the first Pakistani at this summit) in 1985 with the French expedition.

He participated in 9 attempts to reach the summit of K2.

The hero of a French documentary directed by Laurent Chevallier called “Little Karim”.

Despite his short stature, he will become famous for his legendary stamina, which allowed him to carry out successful one-man rescue operations on Broad Peak or bring hang gliders to the top of the eight-thousander.

When asked about a successful formula for mountain expeditions, he answers “common sense, good humour and strong commitment.”