Is Temasek Changing Its Name to Singapura or Singapore? No

Temasek Holdings: No Name Change Planned

Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited — Singapore's sovereign wealth fund — has no evidence or indication of a name change to "Singapura" or "Singapore."

Facts

• Founded 1974; consistently operated as "Temasek."
• "Temasek" = Old Javanese for "Sea Town" — ancient name for Singapore.
• "Singapura" = Sanskrit "Lion City" — modern Malay name.
• Brand is globally recognized; changing would confuse stakeholders.

Clarification

Temasek ≠ Government of Singapore. It's a commercial investment company owned by the state. No rebranding announced.