Temasek Holdings

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Temasek to Open Abu Dhabi and Riyadh Offices, Boosting Regional Deal Competition

Singapore state investor Temasek plans to open offices in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals. The expansion will increase Temasek's global network to 15 offices across 11 countries, serving as strategic hubs for the firm and its portfolio companies. The move introduces heightened competition for regional investments and partnerships alongside Gulf sovereign wealth funds.

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Temasek to Open First Middle East Offices in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh

Singapore state investor Temasek Holdings announced plans to establish its first Middle East offices in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh in the first half of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals. The strategic hubs are designed to deepen regional partnerships and accommodate co-located portfolio companies targeting the Gulf, Central Asia, and Africa. As of March 31, 2026, Temasek managed a net portfolio valued at S$518 billion ($405.5 billion).

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Abu Dhabi Invests Billions in Zero Hormuz Strategy to Safeguard Trade

Abu Dhabi is preparing to deploy tens of billions of dollars into ports, pipelines, and logistics to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Sovereign wealth fund L'imad is anchoring the effort alongside ADNOC and DP World to develop trade infrastructure around Fujairah. The initiative includes plans to privatise Abu Dhabi Ports Co. at an estimated $9 billion valuation.

China–UAE News

Abu Dhabi’s L’imad Fund Targets Major Port Investments to Bypass Strait of Hormuz

Abu Dhabi's $300 billion sovereign wealth fund L'imad Holding plans to deploy billions of dollars into port infrastructure located outside the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative forms part of the UAE's broader strategy to reduce maritime supply route dependency on the contested waterway. The sovereign platform, led by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed Al Nahyan, recently proposed privatising AD Ports Group to accelerate strategic logistics projects.