Nepal’s Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has summoned Arzu Rana Deuba, a former foreign minister, as part of a corruption probe into the procurement of Nepali passports. Deuba informed the CIAA she is currently receiving medical treatment abroad and is unable to meet the stipulated deadline for appearing before the commission. However, she has expressed her willingness to fully cooperate with the ongoing investigation. The investigation centers around alleged irregularities in the process of obtaining new electronic passports for Nepali citizens. Details of the specific allegations against Deuba have not been publicly disclosed. This summons marks a significant development in the widening corruption inquiry, which has already seen several officials questioned. Further proceedings will likely be scheduled upon Deuba’s return to Nepal and availability.