Overview

• The lineup also elevates Haruko Arimura to general affairs chair and Takayuki Kobayashi to policy affairs chief, reflecting key factional support.
• Koichi Hagiuda was named deputy secretary-general despite past reports of unrecorded faction funds, with party officials saying disciplinary steps are complete.
• Shun'ichi Suzuki acknowledged the ruling bloc’s minority position and pledged to engage opposition parties to maintain political stability.
• CDP leader Yoshihiko Noda criticized the choices, questioning Aso’s elevation and Hagiuda’s inclusion over unresolved faction issues.
• Sanae Takaichi scheduled talks with Komeito to prepare for an extraordinary Diet session and a prime minister vote, as Digital Minister Masaaki Taira apologized for misjudging Aso’s influence.