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‘I’m too old’: DBS chief Tan Su Shan rules out entering politics, calls for diverse talent to boost policy debate

She was previously part of PAP before resigning to serve as an NMP from 2012 to 2014.

DBS CEO Tan Su Shan has ruled out entering politics, citing her age as the reason, in a recent fireside chat. The 57-year-old also emphasized the need for Singapore to attract diverse talent from both the public and private sectors to improve the quality of policy debates. Tan, who previously served as a Nominated Member of Parliament, highlighted the importance of attracting top talent from various industries to help Singapore stay relevant and competitive.

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