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Japan pension fund GPIF urges stronger stewardship to boost long-term returns
The world’s largest pension fund has outlined priorities on capital efficiency, sustainability disclosure and governance reforms.
The cuts reflect a cleaner power mix and weaker industrial emissions, but challenges remain for Japan's 2030 target.
The Asian superpower is shielded from price shocks for now, being both one of the world’s largest oil importers and the biggest clean energy exporter. But weaker global growth from uncertain environment, could affect demand for Chinese exports, says Asian Development Bank economist Yothin Jinjarak.
Global slowdown, higher costs and policy uncertainty drive shift towards profitability, energy security and adaptation.
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