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Forthcoming expeditions, tree planting and climate change awareness are all part of the latest newsletter from Ang Tshering Sherpa of the Nepal Mountaineering Association:

The Russian Mountaineering Federation reports on the opening of a rescue shelter on Mount Elbrus.

Pakistan has announced its climbing fees for 2011.

The International Mountain Summit (IMS), took place this year from October 30 to November 7, and celebrated its partnerships with leading organisations that work to protect mountain regions.

How well does the UIAA look after the interests of the world’s mountaineering federations and clubs? At the 2010 UIAA General Assembly in Bormio, Italy, representatives from around the globe voiced their desires – which are as diverse as the mountain cultures they come from.

Leading members of the global climbing community have discussed the concerns of climbers and challenges of undertaking expeditions to high and remote mountain ranges.

A host of new initiatives to make travelling in mountains safer and more environmentally friendly are being discussed at the UIAA General Assembly (GA).

The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) began a joint expedition with Bangladesh's Bangla Mountaineering and Trekking Club on October 4.

The Russian Mountaineering Federation receives its first UIAA-certified climbing instructors.

Many UIAA Safety Label Holders are increasing efforts to reduce the environmental impact of their manufacturing processes.