On February 16, the Chudo Reform Union led by Junya Ogawa has formalized the appointment of Taka Nakagawa, previously of the Constitutional Democratic Party, as the new Secretary General. This move is seen as a strategy to foster internal harmony within the party, especially following Nakagawa's close loss to Ogawa in the leadership election held on February 13, by just five votes. Alongside Nakagawa, Kanao Yamamoto from the Komeito Party has been named as Deputy Representative, and Masanari Okamoto, also from the Komeito Party, has been appointed Policy Chairman. Kazuhiko Shigetoku, another figure from the Constitutional Democratic Party, has been designated as the National Assembly Strategy Committee Chairman, underlining a coalition approach while striving for policy continuity.

The leadership reshuffle in the Chudo Reform Union arrives at a critical juncture, as they prepare to face the administration of Prime Minister Taro Aso and its pressing political challenges. The strategic appointments, especially that of Nakagawa, aim not only to reconcile past divides created during the leadership race but also fortify the party's position against the ruling coalition's policies, particularly regarding constitutional amendments that have raised concerns among local politicians.

These intra-party adjustments reflect broader challenges for the Chudo Reform Union, as it confronts a declining reputation with dwindling representatives in local governments and parliamentary seats, indicating a tough path ahead in rebuilding its credibility and influence within Japanese politics.