Barings, one of the world’s leading investment managers, today announced the appointment of Alastair Wright as Head of Asia Pacific (APAC), effective January 2026. Alastair Wright succeeds Duncan Robertson, who will retire after 17 years of distinguished service with the firm.
During his tenure, Duncan has played a pivotal role in expanding Barings’ presence and capabilities across the region. The firm extends its deepest gratitude for his leadership and dedication.
As the new Head of APAC, Alastair will oversee Barings’ strategic direction and operations across the region, building on the strong foundation established by Duncan. Alastair brings extensive experience from his role as Head of APAC Real Estate and is well-positioned to lead Barings into its next phase of growth in Asia Pacific.
“I am honored to take on the role of Head of APAC at such an exciting time for Barings. I want to thank Duncan for his outstanding leadership and the legacy he leaves behind. I am committed to working closely with our talented teams across the region to continue expanding our business, deepening client relationships, and driving sustainable growth in APAC,” said Alastair Wright.
In conjunction with this transition, Eric Jan will assume the expanded role of Head of Greater China and Southeast Asia, overseeing Barings’ business in China, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as governance responsibilities for Barings India. Eric will report directly to Alastair.
“I am excited to oversee Greater China and Southeast Asia, two dynamic regions with tremendous potential. By fostering greater synergy and collaboration among our teams, I believe we can unlock new opportunities and deliver even more value to our clients. I look forward to serving as a bridge between our local markets and global leadership, ensuring open, two-way communication that supports both top-down strategy and bottom-up innovation.” Eric Jan added. “APAC offers significant growth potential. I am confident in our teams and strategy, and I look forward to deepening my involvement and commitment to building our business here.”
This leadership transition reflects Barings’ commitment to succession planning and regional alignment, ensuring continued growth and excellence across Asia Pacific.
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