A CFA charter holder, Mr. Tan speaks frequently at regional forums and roundtables organised by government bodies and think-tanks. He is also a council member of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, the oldest think-tank in Singapore, which actively leads and participates in the discussion of regional and international issues.

Meeting frequently with officials from regional central banks, economic and finance ministries, Mr. Tan ascertains policy trends that serve as inputs for FX and interest rate strategies for clients. His views are frequently sought after and featured by local and international financial news agencies.