Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, at the Vienna International Centre. During the high-level meeting, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the peaceful and responsible use of nuclear technology. He highlighted Pakistan’s success in utilizing nuclear science for cancer diagnosis, agriculture, and industrial applications, noting that the nation is no longer just a beneficiary but a key contributor to the IAEA’s global mission.
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DG Grossi praised the “high quality” of Pakistani scientists and engineers, stating that Pakistan is uniquely positioned to assist other member states in developing their own peaceful nuclear programs. The talks also touched upon the “Atoms4Food” and “Rays of Hope” initiatives, where Pakistan’s nuclear medical centers and agricultural research institutes play a leading role in the region. This visit to Vienna follows the Prime Minister’s official trip to Austria, where he also discussed green energy and bilateral trade with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif witnessing the signing ceremony of Collaborating Centre Agreement between the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Oncology (INMOL), Lahore, and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).#PMShehbazInAustria#ShehbazPro pic.twitter.com/1RM50iCtuk
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The Prime Minister’s engagement in Vienna underscores Pakistan’s strategy of “Nuclear Diplomacy,” showcasing its decades-long record of safe nuclear operations to secure further international cooperation and investment in its energy sector.
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