The Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Neil Hawkins on Thursday said that Australia is committed to promoting inclusivity and gender equality in sports and would love to see talented women.
He made these remarks during a meeting with Pakistan National Women’s Cricket Team in Karachi and wished them good luck ahead of their tour of Australia.
Speaking at the event, the High Commissioner said, “It is a great privilege to meet Pakistan National Women’s Cricket Team. Our countries share a pas-sion for cricket. I wish the team a fantastic stay in Australia. They will receive a very warm Australian welcome. We expect some fabulous cricket”.
The High Commissioner also invited fans and visitors from Pakistan to be part of the series and Pakistan Cricket Board’s #BackOurGirls campaign.
The High Commissioner also met with the Paki-stan U19 Women’s squad who are also practicing in Karachi for the inaugural ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled to take place in South Africa later this month.
