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Japan’s $1.7 Trillion Pension Fund Unveils New ESG Investment Strategy

by washingtoninsiderApril 7, 2025

Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) has outlined a comprehensive policy to ensure long-term, stable investment returns by prioritizing sustainability-focused investments, incorporating ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and impact considerations across its portfolio.GPIF, as a “universal owner” and “cross-generational investor,” underscores the importance of sustainable corporate growth to maintain market stability and enhance long-term portfolio performance.Reducing the negative impacts of environmental and social issues is essential for GPIF. According to GPIF:

GPIF prioritizes ESG

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GPIF prioritizes ESG and impact investing to enhance long-term pension portfolio performance.Reducing sustainability-related risks is critical for long-term market stability and returns.Strengthening workforce and data management systems is essential for effective sustainability investing.Investments that proactively address sustainability can serve as engines for sustainable corporate growth, ultimately benefiting GPIF’s entire portfolio.

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