Yes, a Pakistani has climbed K2.
Here's a breakdown:
Pakistanis had summited K2 individually as part of international expeditions before. However, the first team of Pakistani climbers to summit K2 did so on 26 July 2014.
The 2014 Pakistani K2 Expedition
The 2014 expedition, called "K2 60 Years Later" consisted of six Pakistani climbers and three Italian climbers. This was significant because it marked the first time a team composed primarily of Pakistanis successfully summited K2. According to the BBC, this was a landmark achievement.
Expedition Name | Date | Nationality of Climbers | Significance |
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K2 60 Years Later | July 26, 2014 | Pakistani and Italian | First team of Pakistani climbers to summit K2 |