GIC is one of three Singaporean entities responsible for managing the nation’s reserves, alongside the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and Temasek. It administers the majority of the Government’s financial assets with a long‑term focus, aiming to preserve and enhance their international purchasing power. These reserves serve as a buffer against economic downturns, reinforce investor confidence in the Singapore dollar and generate income to support public investments across education, research and development, healthcare and infrastructure.
GIC’s organisational structure is founded on clear governance. The Ministry of Finance (MOF) establishes investment objectives, risk parameters and the investment horizon, while the GIC Board oversees long‑term asset allocation and is accountable for overall portfolio performance. The management team is tasked with developing and executing investment strategies and reporting to the Government on risk and returns.
Leadership rests with the Group Executive Committee, composed of functional and investment heads. This committee reviews proposals related to investment, risk and governance before escalating them to board or committee review. The Global Leadership Group, comprising Managing Directors, drives enterprise‑wide strategic initiatives and cross‑functional efforts.
Investment professionals collaborate with business specialists across GIC, forming a unified team working towards the common purpose of long‑term investing.
GIC’s core values, encapsulated in the acronym PRIME—Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence—guide its culture and decision‑making. These are bolstered by attributes of Ambition, Agility and Diversity, which help GIC adapt and evolve in pursuit of global investment leadership.
Sustainability is integral to GIC’s philosophy. It believes that companies with strong environmental, social and governance practices are likely to deliver better risk‑adjusted returns over time.
Social impact is another focus. Through its “With Love, GIC” employee‑volunteering platform and partnerships, GIC supports community resilience and liveability in markets where it operates. It also fosters thought leadership through events such as GIC Insights and Bridge Forum, exploring long‑term global and technological issues.
