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Temasek Trust

Temasek Trust stewards philanthropic assets. Temasek Holdings established it. It catalyses impact by protecting the planet, uplifting communities, connecting...

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Temasek Trust

Temasek Trust stewards philanthropic assets. Temasek Holdings established it. It catalyses impact by protecting the planet, uplifting communities, connecting people and advancing capabilities. It works with partners to innovate solutions for a resilient and inclusive world focused on Planet, People, Peace and Progress.

General information

Firm type

Endowment

Year founded

2007

AUM

$287B (Altss estimate)

Location

Region

Asia

Country

Singapore

City

Singapore

Corporate office

Singapore, Singapore

Principals

Ho Ching

Chairman

Desmond Kuek

CEO

Ratan Tata

Member of the Board of Trustees

Sector focus

Impact InvestingPhilanthropy

Frequently asked questions

Who runs investment decisions at Temasek Trust?

Desmond Kuek serves as CEO. Ho Ching chairs the board. Ratan Tata sits on the board of trustees.

How is Temasek Trust related to Temasek Holdings?

Temasek Holdings established the trust in 2007 to steward its philanthropic assets.

Does Temasek Trust participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?

The trust deploys through both direct holdings and fund vehicles, including co-investments such as ABC Impact Fund II alongside the Asian Development Bank.

Where does the underlying wealth come from?

Wealth originates from Temasek Holdings, the Singapore state-owned investment company.

What geographic regions does Temasek Trust target?

Activity centers on Singapore with additional reach across Asia.

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