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Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Speaker Faces Scrutiny Over Expenses and Press Restrictions

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Politique·11/06/2026Résumé IA

Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Speaker Faces Scrutiny Over Expenses and Press Restrictions

Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Speaker Isao Kurauchi (72) held his first press conference after facing criticism for expensive overseas inspections, organized purchase of party tickets by executives, and consideration of press restrictions. He acknowledged high costs for inspections but emphasized their necessity, denied knowledge of party ticket issues, and apologized for the press restriction proposal while claiming not to have seen the original draft.

Politique·10/06/2026Résumé IA

Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Shaken by Scandals: Overseas Trips, Party Ticket Purchases, and Media Restrictions

Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly is facing turmoil over scandals including expensive overseas trips, organized purchase of party tickets by prefectural executives, and proposed media restrictions. Assembly Chairman Isao Kurauchi, involved in all three issues, is scheduled to hold a press conference.

Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly Removes Uncredited Content on China Trip Report

The Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly's secretariat removed uncredited content from its website related to a 2025 China study tour report after the Communist Party's newspaper, Shimbun Akahata, pointed out unauthorized reproduction from external sites.

Politique·03/06/2026Résumé IA

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.

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.

Politique·03/06/2026Résumé IA

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.

Politique·25/05/2026Résumé IA

Osaka Ishin no Kai to cut Osaka Prefectural Assembly seats by 6

The Osaka Ishin no Kai party's prefectural assembly group plans to reduce the number of seats in the Osaka Prefectural Assembly from 79 to 73, aiming for implementation in the spring unified local elections. This move aligns with their goal of creating "Japan's slimmest assembly" and addresses an imbalance where more populous districts had fewer seats.

Former Deputy Governor to Run for Prefectural Assembly Seat

Former Hyogo Prefecture Deputy Governor Yasutaka Katayama, who resigned over allegations against Governor Motohiko Saito, announced his candidacy for the Takasago City electoral district in the upcoming prefectural assembly election. Katayama stated his intention to support Governor Saito's reform initiatives.

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