On February 17, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif concluded an official visit to Vienna, where he reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and its role in promoting the responsible use of nuclear technology. During his meeting with IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi, PM Sharif emphasized Pakistan's active participation in areas such as cancer diagnosis, agriculture, and nuclear power generation. He stated, "Pakistan is not only a beneficiary of the IAEA’s technical cooperation programme but is also contributing to the work of the IAEA through the provision of its experts and conducting international trainings for IAEA member states." Grossi acknowledged Pakistan's expertise, noting that the country is "well placed" to assist other member states in the peaceful applications of nuclear technology, and expressed anticipation for Pakistan's involvement in the upcoming Nuclear Energy Summit in France in March 2026. An agreement was also signed to designate the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Oncology (INMOL) in Lahore as an IAEA collaborating center, which marks a significant step in enhancing cooperation in nuclear medicine services and cancer care.