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Norway Boosts Israeli Investments Amid Political Divestment Debate

8/24/2025

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Norway's Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG) raised investments in Israeli companies by 66% since the October 2023 Hamas attacks.
The government intends to divest from 17 Israeli companies, but total divestment is not planned, causing political debate.
The September 8 election may focus on foreign policy, with voters concerned about investments in Israel amid Gaza's crisis.
Opposition parties call for full divestment, while the Labour party risks backlash over its investment approach.

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Norway's Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG) raised investments in Israeli companies by 66% since the October 2023 Hamas attacks.
The government intends to divest from 17 Israeli companies, but total divestment is not planned, causing political debate.
The September 8 election may focus on foreign policy, with voters concerned about investments in Israel amid Gaza's crisis.
Opposition parties call for full divestment, while the Labour party risks backlash over its investment approach.