Centre Head: Associate Professor Taha Chaiechi

Associate Professor Taha Chaiechi is the Head of CITBA at James Cook University, Australia. In her role, she oversees the full spectrum of the center’s activities and strategic decisions within Australia and extends its influence internationally. Her leadership focuses on  steering CITBA’s research  focus on tropical ecosystems, conservation and climate change, and the socio-economic dynamics of the tropics, but also emphasises community engagement through the facilitation and organization of international, national, and local scholarly events.. Established in 2018, CITBA is the only research center within the College of Business, Law, and Governance at James Cook University that is dedicated to excellence in research on these pivotal areas.

CITBA Singapore: Associate Professor Pengji Wang

Associate Professor Pengji Wang, as the CITBA Director at JCU Singapore, plays a pivotal role in steering the center's operations within Singapore. Associate Professor Wang tailores CITBA’s activities to the unique business and academic environment of Singapore, ensuring that the center's initiatives are both relevant and impactful in the region. Associate Professor Wang's direction is instrumental in synchronizing local operations with the broader goals of CITBA, thereby enhancing the center's integration and effectiveness in international trade and business research.

CITBA Governance Structure