Why did 1MDB president Arul Kanda meet PAS but refuse other Opposition MPs?

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Pakatan Harapan Demands Briefing After PAS Meeting

Pakatan Harapan lawmakers have requested a special briefing from 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) president Arul Kanda Kandasamy within 24 hours, following his meeting with PAS to discuss the state fund's rationalisation plan. DAP's Tony Pua expressed disappointment that Arul Kanda agreed to meet with PAS but refused similar requests from other Opposition MPs. PKR Vice-President Nurul Izzah Anwar stated that the Opposition coalition is awaiting a response to their 24-hour ultimatum for Arul Kanda to agree to a briefing.
Opposition Disappointment Over Meeting Disparity

DAP lawmaker Tony Pua voiced his dissatisfaction that Arul Kanda Kandasamy readily met with PAS to explain 1MDB's rationalisation plan, while repeatedly declining invitations from other Opposition parties. Pua highlighted that Arul Kanda had refused multiple previous requests for briefings or debates with Opposition MPs. He stated that Pakatan Harapan intended to arrange a venue within Parliament for Arul Kanda to address their concerns and answer questions on behalf of all Malaysians.
24-Hour Ultimatum Issued for Briefing

PKR Vice-President Nurul Izzah Anwar announced that Pakatan Harapan has given Arul Kanda Kandasamy a 24-hour deadline to respond to their request for a briefing. She indicated that Opposition leaders are prepared to meet him privately, even without media presence, to seek answers. This demand comes after PAS had previously met with Arul Kanda and stated they were "satisfied" with the explanation provided regarding 1MDB's rationalisation efforts.
1MDB Awaits Funds Amidst Payment Concerns

1MDB is currently awaiting the proceeds from its debt rationalisation plan to facilitate a payment to Abu Dhabi's International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC). This situation arises after reports indicated that the fund had missed a scheduled payment to IPIC. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has publicly addressed these concerns, denying that 1MDB is unable to repay its debt, and characterising the issue as a "technical matter."

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