Football's world governing body FIFA has resisted calls to recognise the Afghan women's football team living in exile in Australia, forced to watch the Women's World Cup from the sidelines.
In the absence of recognition from FIFA came solidarity from ministers and dignitaries in Australia, including Penny Wong.
"We will continue to work with others, as I say to shape the world for the better, that's what we'll try and do, and it was a real privilege to meet with these young women and listen to some of their stories and I hope that we can keep engaging with them."