Christina Chua Auckland: Bridging Innovation Between Singapore and New Zealand

For more than two decades, Christina Chua has been a driving force in Singapore’s ICT and telecommunications industry. As the founder of FirstComm and CLC-Global, she has built a legacy of innovation through pioneering projects in fibre optics, IPTV systems, and AI-driven telecom solutions. 

Her leadership has contributed to Singapore’s digital infrastructure, supporting the expansion of the nation’s high-speed broadband network and advancing its position as a global tech hub.

In 2026, Christina Chua Auckland will take her expertise beyond Singapore as she prepares to pursue a PhD at Auckland University of Technology (AUT). This transition marks a significant step in her career — one that connects practical industry experience with academic research. Her focus will likely explore the integration of artificial intelligence and telecommunications to create more efficient, sustainable, and scalable digital systems.

 

Through this journey, Christina Chua Auckland embodies the spirit of global collaboration. By bringing her professional insights to New Zealand’s research environment, she aims to contribute to cross-border innovation and develop solutions with worldwide impact.

Her move also symbolizes the growing relationship between Singapore’s technology leadership and Auckland’s academic excellence. 

As Christina Chua embarks on this next chapter, she continues to inspire professionals in both regions — proving that lifelong learning and visionary leadership can together drive the next wave of digital transformation across the Asia-Pacific.