Chia Der Jiun

Spear’s Review

Chia Der Jiun, announced as the new managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in late 2023, has been tasked with continuing the legacy left by predecessor Ravi Menon, who oversaw Singapore’s transformation into one of Asia’s economic powerhouses via new financial regulations and economic policies. 

Set to serve a two-year term until 2026, Chia is no newcomer to the MAS; for 18 years he has played a leading role in the authority’s monetary policy implementation, reserve management, banking supervision, prudential policy and macroeconomic surveillance. He also held an influential position in Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower prior to his appointment.

With Singapore already seeing growth as an investment destination – including as a family office base – Chia will no doubt aim to continue to maintain stability, expand the economy and develop its emerging sustainable finance capabilities.