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Venue TBA, London, United Kingdom
events-shows
GHaS runs 21–22 September 2026 at KLCC, hosted by JAKIM. A strategic buyer's playbook to the flagship halal-governance summit — and pairing it with MIHAS.
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events-shows
Halal Expo Philippines runs 12–14 November 2026 at World Trade Center Metro Manila. A practical buyer's playbook — pre-event prep, on-site strategy, BDMP/NCMF certification, and ASEAN export sourcing.
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market-research
A sourcing guide to the global halal meat export market — covering Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, India, Malaysia, and the USA. What to verify before buying, common pitfalls, and how to find qualified exporters.
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Global summit by the Islamic Chamber Halal Services and MTF.
Global
January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Virtual Platform
Calculated for Venue TBA (Muslim World League method, Shafi'i Asr). These are approximate — confirm with a local mosque or a prayer-times app on the day.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 12 Nov | 05:17 | 07:14 | 11:45 | 13:52 | 16:15 | 18:05 |
| Thu 13 Nov | 05:19 | 07:15 | 11:45 | 13:51 | 16:14 | 18:04 |
London is one of the easiest Western cities for a Muslim business traveller: its large, long-established Muslim community means halal food is everywhere and prayer space is rarely far away. Whole districts — Whitechapel, Edgware Road, Southall and Green Street — run on halal kitchens, and the city hosts several halal expos and food festivals each year. Getting around is simple on the Underground, buses and rail using a contactless card or phone.
Getting in
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
• Elizabeth line / Piccadilly line (Underground) — 40-55 min to central London (pay by contactless/Oyster; Elizabeth line is faster, Piccadilly line cheaper)
• Heathrow Express (train to Paddington) — ~15 min to Paddington (premium fare; fastest rail option)
• Uber / black cab — 45-70 min depending on traffic (metered; can be expensive in traffic)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
• Gatwick Express / Thameslink / Southern train — 30-45 min to central London (Thameslink/Southern cheaper than the Gatwick Express)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
• Stansted Express train to Liverpool Street — ~50 min (coaches are slower but cheaper)
Getting around
The Underground (Tube), Overground, Elizabeth line, buses and DLR cover the whole city and are the fastest way around the centre. Buses are cashless — you tap on with a contactless card or phone.
Contactless bank card or phone (with daily/weekly fare capping), or a pay-as-you-go Oyster card
Licensed black cabs can be hailed on the street or booked via FREENOW; for minicabs always pre-book through an app rather than accepting unsolicited offers.
Weather in November
High ~10°C · Low ~5°C
Cold, grey and often wet; short days.
Warm modest layers, waterproof coat and umbrella.
Visa & entry
Money
Pound Sterling · GBP
Contactless cards and mobile payments are accepted almost everywhere, including buses and the Tube; cash is rarely essential.
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory; many restaurants add a discretionary service charge of around 12.5%.
Connectivity
UK SIMs (EE, Vodafone, Three, O2) sold at airport shops and high-street stores on arrival
eSIM: Airalo, Holafly and similar eSIMs cover the UK
Plug: Type G (UK 3-pin) · 230V / 50Hz
Emergency
General: 999
Fire: 999
Safety
Most halal-expo buyers and exhibitors travel from the world's main halal hubs. Here's how to connect to London from each — entry rules vary by nationality, so check the Visa & entry note above.
Dubai
Whitechapel & Brick Lane curry houses
Whitechapel / Tower Hamlets (East London) · $-$$
widely halal — check the individual restaurant
Heart of the Bangladeshi community; Brick Lane's curry houses and Whitechapel's biryani and grill spots are mostly halal.
Edgware Road Middle Eastern strip
Edgware Road (Central London) · $$
widely halal — check the individual restaurant
Shawarma, mezze, grilled meats and late-night shisha cafes line the road; long-standing Arab district.
Green Street halal grills & sweets
Upton Park / Green Street (East London) · $
widely halal — check the individual restaurant
Busy South Asian high street with karahi houses, kebab grills and mithai (sweet) shops.
Southall (Little India) eateries
Southall (West London) · $
many halal — check individual stalls and restaurants
Famous for Punjabi food and sweets; look for the clearly halal-marked grills and restaurants.
London Central Mosque (Regent's Park Mosque)
Regent's Park (Central London)
London's best-known central mosque with a large prayer hall; visitors welcome, big Friday congregation.
East London Mosque
Whitechapel (East London)
One of the largest mosques in the UK, with multiple daily and Jummah prayers.
Mosques & prayer rooms citywide
citywide
Hundreds of mosques and musallas across London; many shopping centres, universities and major venues also provide multi-faith or prayer rooms.
British Museum
Bloomsbury (Central London)
World-famous museum with free general admission, including major Islamic and Middle Eastern collections.
Tower of London
Tower Hamlets, by the River Thames
Historic royal fortress and home of the Crown Jewels; one of London's most visited landmarks.
Buckingham Palace & St James's Park
Westminster (Central London)
The royal palace and surrounding park; the Changing of the Guard is a popular free spectacle.
See the full London travel guide →
Sources: https://www.visitlondon.com · https://www.visitbritain.com · https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration · https://www.heathrow.com
United Arab Emirates