Arshad Mehmood Khan, Glasgow
Building on its long-standing tradition of fostering solidarity, building peace and strengthening community cohesion, Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Glasgow, Scotland, hosted the New Year Dinner on 18 January 2026, at the Bait ur Rahman Mosque.
Under the chairmanship of Ahmed Owusu-Konadu Sahib, the event brought together a diverse group of faith and non-faith leaders, politicians, police representatives and many organisations to discuss the most pressing issues facing the world today and Scottish society in particular.
The session commenced with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a welcome address by Mubasher Ahmed Sahib, President of Jamaat Glasgow North, highlighting the Jamaat’s commitment to “Love for All, Hatred for None.” Thereafter, Muhammad Ahmad Khurshid Sahib, Missionary-In-Charge of Jamaat Manchester and North West, delivered an address focusing on the impact of war and poor governance on children in today’s world and on Islamic solutions to these problems.
A dedicated question-and-answer session allowed guests, including legal professionals and local politicians, to engage in transparent discussions on community issues and interfaith harmony.
The guest speakers included the councillor of Anderston/City/Yorkhill Ward, the MP for Mid Dunbartonshire, the SNP councillor for Pollockshields Ward, the chief inspector of Glasgow North West, the fundraising manager from Macmillan Cancer Support and a representative from the Beatson Cancer Charity, Glasgow.
The event concluded with closing remarks and a vote of thanks from Ahmed Owusu-Konadu Sahib, after which guests enjoyed a complimentary dinner. Around 100 guests from all walks of life attended the event.