Pakistan, June 17 -- The Pakistan Embassy in Belgium hosted a reception in honour of the Pakistan hockey team, attended by members of the Pakistani community, prominent figures from various walks of life, diplomatic officials and players of the national team.

Pakistan's Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi warmly welcomed the players and officials at the event and encouraged the young players, calling them Pakistan's bright future, said a Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) press release issued on Tuesday. Manzoor-ul-Hassan, chief coach of the Pakistan hockey team, thanked the embassy and the ambassador, saying the love, sincerity and professionalism shown by the Pakistani diplomatic staff in hosting the team since their arrival in Belgium was co...