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Politik·13.06.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Metropolis Plan: Debate Begins Amidst Opposition Boycott

Discussions for a third Osaka Metropolis Plan referendum have begun, but opposition parties (Komeito and Liberal Democratic Party factions) have boycotted the meeting, citing procedural disagreements. This leaves the Osaka Restoration Association to lead the debate, raising concerns about the plan's development and the feasibility of meeting the tight deadline for the upcoming unified local elections.

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Osaka Prefectural Assembly Approves Legal Framework for "Osaka Metropolis Plan"

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Politik·03.06.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Prefectural Assembly Approves Legal Framework for "Osaka Metropolis Plan"

The Osaka Prefectural Assembly has approved the establishment of a legal framework for the "Osaka Metropolis Plan" with a majority vote. The plan aims for a referendum alongside the unified local elections next spring, but the tight timeline raises concerns about adequate public discussion.

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Osaka Prefectural Assembly passes bill to establish legal body for 'Osaka Metropolis Plan'

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03.06.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Prefectural Assembly passes bill to establish legal body for 'Osaka Metropolis Plan'

The Osaka Prefectural Assembly approved the establishment of a legal body for the 'Osaka Metropolis Plan' with a majority vote. This clears the way for the first meeting in mid-June, moving towards a potential third referendum.

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Osaka Prefectural Assembly Approves Bill to Establish 'Osaka Metropolis Plan' Council

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Politik·03.06.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Prefectural Assembly Approves Bill to Establish 'Osaka Metropolis Plan' Council

Osaka Prefectural Assembly passed a bill to establish a council for the 'Osaka Metropolis Plan' on June 3rd. This paves the way for a third referendum on the plan to abolish Osaka City and reorganize it into special wards, with Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura aiming for a vote next spring.

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Osaka City Council Committee Approves Bill to Establish Legal Body for "Osaka Metropolis Plan"

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Politik·22.05.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka City Council Committee Approves Bill to Establish Legal Body for "Osaka Metropolis Plan"

The Osaka City Council's Finance and General Affairs Committee approved a bill to establish a legal body for the "Osaka Metropolis Plan" with a majority vote. This moves the plan, a key policy of the Osaka Restoration Association, closer to a potential third referendum.

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Osaka Metropolis Plan Faces Third Referendum as Local Party Secures Council Support

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Politik·20.05.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Metropolis Plan Faces Third Referendum as Local Party Secures Council Support

Osaka's regional party, Osaka Ishin no Kai, is moving towards a third referendum on its "Osaka Metropolis Plan." The party's city council members unanimously approved a motion to establish a legal framework for the plan, paving the way for a public vote. Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura aims for a simultaneous vote with next spring's unified local elections.

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Osaka Governor Aims for "Osaka Metropolis Plan" Referendum Alongside Spring Unified Local Elections

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Politik·19.05.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Osaka Governor Aims for "Osaka Metropolis Plan" Referendum Alongside Spring Unified Local Elections

Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura indicated his intention to hold a referendum on the "Osaka Metropolis Plan" concurrently with the unified local elections next spring, which includes the gubernatorial election. This move is contingent on the Osaka City Council approving the establishment of a statutory council for the plan.

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Demonstration Against Osaka Metropolis Plan Held in Osaka

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18.05.2026KI-Zusammenfassung

Demonstration Against Osaka Metropolis Plan Held in Osaka

Around 200 people protested the planned third referendum on the Osaka Metropolis plan, which aims to abolish Osaka City and reorganize it into special wards. The demonstration, held on May 17th, voiced opposition to the plan and called for the protection of Osaka City.

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