Former president Tony Tan to be GIC director, special advisor

Singapore

GIC said on Tuesday that it has appointed Singapore's former president Tony Tan Keng Yam as a director and special advisor to GIC with effect from Jan 1, 2018.

"As special advisor, Dr Tan will provide much value in broadening and strengthening GIC's network of senior statesmen and leaders of corporations and institutions who may be constructive in advancing the business and interests of GIC," said GIC chief executive officer Lim Chow Kiat. "We will also benefit from his extensive knowledge and perspectives on global matters."