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What are sovereign wealth funds, and why are U.S. leaders interested?

Sep 9, 2024
Many countries and several states have investment funds meant to grow their wealth and boost infrastructure and other projects.
Oil has generated wealth that oil-producing countries hope will last after the resource runs out.
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