SINGAPORE - Fullerton Fund Management, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek Holdings - announced the appointment of Patrick Yeo as chief investment officer (CIO) based in Singapore.

Mr Yeo will retain his current position as head of fixed income at the firm.

In his expanded role as CIO, he will oversee the investment direction and strategy of all asset classes and investment portfolios at Fullerton, the firm said.

Mr Yeo joined Fullerton in 2005, and has more than 26 years of investment experience in the areas of fixed income, currency management and interest rate trading. Fullerton said that as head of fixed income, he was instrumental in the firm receiving various awards.

Ho Tian Yee, chairman and interim chief executive officer of Fullerton said, "This appointment reflects the maturing of Fullerton's investment talent and adds depth to our existing management team. Patrick has been with Fullerton for more than 11 years. I am confident that his investment skill, understanding of clients and the asset management industry will bring value to Fullerton."