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The Palgrave Handbook of Sovereign Wealth Funds aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of SWFs from a multidimensional perspective. It spans the gamut from theoretical to practical while offering the right balance of detailed and user-friendly coverage. Discussion of relevant research permeates the handbook. This volume helps fill the gap by showing how SWFs are a growing and dynamic force in international finance. This chapter discusses the book’s distinguishing features, intended audience, and structure. It provides an overview of each section and chapter.
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Stephens, M. (2024). Leveraging Sovereign Wealth Funds for Soft Power. In: Baker, H.K., Harris, J.H., Nakshbendi, G.F. (eds) The Palgrave Handbook of Sovereign Wealth Funds. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-50821-9_11
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