Sean Wat


Sean Wat Jianwen is a Singaporean two-star rear-admiral who has been serving as Chief of Navy since 2023.

Education

Wat was awarded the Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Scholarship to study at Stanford University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree in mathematics and philosophy and a Master of Science degree in management science and engineering.

Military career

Wat enlisted into the SAF in 2002. He served as Commanding Officer of the Formidable-class frigate RSS Supreme and later Deputy Commander of the Maritime Security Task Force. He also served as Director of the Defence Policy Office under the Ministry of Defence.
Prior to his appointment as Chief of Navy, Wat was Fleet Commander between 2022 and 2023.

Awards and decorations