Temasek Review 2011

Building for Tomorrow

Temasek marks its 37th year as an investment company.
Our mission is to develop long term value for our stakeholders.

MERITT

“There was a persistent search for practical solutions, a patient building of institutions and infrastructure, a generous allocation of funds, an accumulated collection of talented staff. In the end, it paid off.”

Dr Goh Keng Swee (1918 – 2010) Former Deputy Prime Minister, Singapore The Economics of Modernization, 1972

Meritocracy

“I’m given many opportunities to play a role in decision making. I feel free to speak up, and I know my contributions are recognised.”

Charu Venkateshwaran, Secretary, India

Excellence

“It’s having the mindset of an owner – having the passion to contribute in our own ways and using our complementary strengths. Excellence is a journey, not a destination.”

Mohamad Azmi Muslimin
Associate Director, Portfolio Management

Respect

“It is the foundation upon which we make friends internally and externally. Only through mutual respect can we accomplish our common goals.”

Cheng Tian
Senior Associate, China

Integrity

“Be steadfast, honest and never compromise on your values. Do what is right even if it were the hardest thing you have ever done.”

Belinda Chan
Managing Director, Tax

Teamwork

“When we work across departments, we bring different perspectives to the table. Yet we have a shared sense of purpose. Teamwork is a group win, not a solo win.”

Roberto Rocha
Director, Mexico

Trust

“I can count on my team mates to give their best. In turn, they can count on me because I’ll do the same too.”

Andreas Kugler
Associate Director, Brazil