In her expanded role, Tang, who joined Aberdeen in 2022 as head of institutional – Asia-Pacific, will continue to lead the firm’s institutional business across the region, while assuming responsibility for overseeing Aberdeen’s wholesale distribution in APAC. The enhanced remit is designed to drive growth across both institutional and wholesale segments by deepening partnerships with financial intermediaries and asset owners throughout the region.

“We operate in a relationship-driven industry, and our success depends on the strength of the partnerships we build and sustain,” John McCareins, chief client officer, Aberdeen Investments, said in a statement. “Enhancing our APAC client group and appointing Vivian to this expanded leadership role brings greater alignment and a more coordinated approach across all client touchpoints in the region. Vivian is ideally placed to lead this next phase of growth.”

In other leadership changes as Aberdeen continues to build momentum in Asia-Pacific, Natalie Tan, head of wholesale – South-East Asia, will oversee wholesale distribution across Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Tina Tong, currently head of wholesale – Hong Kong, will expand her remit to cover distribution relationships in Taiwan and cross border China offshore business opportunities. Together, they will be responsible for advancing Aberdeen’s wholesale business into its next phase of growth.

Ian Macdonald, chief executive officer – Asia Pacific added: “These leadership changes reinforce our commitment to the region, and I am confident that Vivian, Natalie and Tina will position wholesale distribution and strategic partnerships at the heart of our future growth.”