LONDON – Pakistan’s newly appointed High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Tipu Usman, has praised British-Pakistani entrepreneur Tariq Sheikh for his contribution to the British economy and efforts to strengthen commercial ties between Pakistan and the UK. The high commissioner, who assumed charge in London around two weeks ago, made the remarks during a meeting with Sheikh, founder and chairman of Tariq Halal Meats, at the Pakistan High Commission. He said Tariq Halal Meats already imported rice and other food products associated with its operations from Pakistan and planned to increase its purchases in the coming years. In November 2025, he received the Freedom of the City of London for his contribution to the halal industry, entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Following the meeting, Sheikh said he remained proud of his Pakistani roots and wanted to use the continued growth of Tariq Halal Meats to deepen economic links between Britain and Pakistan.