Ho Ching

Ho Ching is a board member and the chairman of Temasek Trust, joining the non-profit organisation in October 2021 after retiring from her previous post as executive director and CEO of Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, Temasek Holdings. She has been a pivotal force at Temasek Trust, where she was appointed as Chairman in 2022

In her 17-year tenure at the helm of Temasek Holdings, Ho more than tripled its portfolio, from SG$90 billion in 2004 to more than SG$300 billion as of early 2021. Temasek Holdings made inroads as a global investor in real estate, agribusiness, and technology sectors.

Established by Temasek Holdings in 2007, Temasek Trust ensures that all of the Temasek assets earmarked for philanthropy are managed responsibly and sustainably throughout a spectrum of community programmes. Under her guidance, Temasek Trust has strengthened its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, ensuring that investments align with sustainable development goals. Her leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic emphasised resilience and community support, solidifying her reputation as a forward-thinking leader in finance and philanthropy.

Trained as an engineer, Ho began her career at the Ministry of Defence. She also worked at Singapore Technologies Group, becoming its president and CEO in 1997 before joining Temasek Holdings in 2002 and becoming CEO two years later. She is also the wife of Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.