挪威暂停“道德投资规则”，避免全球最大主权基金抛售美国科技股

Core Viewpoint - Norway has suspended its ethical investment rules for its $2.1 trillion sovereign wealth fund to avoid being forced to divest from major U.S. tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet [1] Group 1: Ethical Investment Suspension - The Norwegian government expedited a proposal to suspend the work of its independent ethical committee, which was set to review companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet, as well as firms on the UN blacklist [1] - The decision comes amid political and public pressure in Norway, leading the fund to sell half of its Israeli holdings and withdraw investments from Caterpillar due to its equipment's use in Palestinian territories [1] Group 2: Political Reactions and Implications - The proposal passed with support from two center-right opposition parties, while left-wing parties criticized the move, arguing it allows large companies to act without accountability [2] - Concerns were raised by left-wing leaders about the influence of external pressures, particularly from the U.S., on Norway's political decisions regarding ethical investments [2] Group 3: Future Investment Considerations - The fund's ethical guidelines review will also consider whether to allow increased investments in defense companies, which are currently excluded due to their involvement in nuclear weapon components [2]