The Osaka assembly, aligned with the local political party Osaka Restoration Association (headed by Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura), has decided to support a proposal to establish a legal council that will discuss the Osaka metropolis plan. The assembly holds a majority, making the approval of this proposal likely. However, within the Osaka city's assembly, there are cautious opinions about the plan, casting uncertainty on whether both assemblies will align their positions. Yoshimura has expressed a strong desire to hold a referendum by April next year regarding the restructuring of Osaka city into special wards, with the legal council's early establishment being key to formalizing the details of this proposal.

In a recent meeting at the prefectural office, attendees noted that Yoshimura aims to present the proposal initially to the city council on March 6 and then to the prefectural assembly on March 9, provided internal adjustments within his party are finalized. The prefectural assembly has unanimously confirmed their support for the proposal should it be introduced. Conversely, there remains significant skepticism within the city assembly about the legal council’s establishment, leading to deliberation among city assembly members regarding their response, though results from these discussions remain uncertain.

Following the discussions, Yoshimura told reporters that he is currently in negotiations with the city council members, highlighting the ongoing alignment efforts within his party regarding the metropolis plan. His push for a timely establishment of the council reflects his commitment to moving forward with the proposal, despite the dissenting voices within the local legislature.