Ms. Agnes Cui serves as Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for IBM Greater China, where she leads IBM’s public policy strategy and government engagement across Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. She is responsible for shaping IBM’s approach to regulatory developments, fostering strategic relationships with government stakeholders, and advancing initiatives that support innovation and digital transformation.
With over two decades of experience in the ICT and semiconductor sectors, Ms. Cui is a seasoned government relations executive with deep expertise in public policy, regulatory affairs, and geopolitical analysis. Prior to joining IBM, she held senior roles at leading multinational corporations including Qualcomm and Cisco, as well as international organizations, where she focused on government affairs, policy advocacy, and business development.
Ms. Cui began her career at the Canadian Embassy in Beijing, supporting commercial services for the ICT industry with business development programs. Her career has been defined by her ability to bridge business and policy, helping global companies navigate complex regulatory environments and macroeconomic shifts.
In recent years, Ms. Cui has also taken on executive responsibilities in business development, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the ICT value chain—from semiconductors, software, and systems to cloud services and AI. She maintains strong working relationships with key Chinese government agencies, industry associations, and think tanks, and is highly experienced in initiating and facilitating high-level public-private dialogues.
Ms. Cui holds a master’s degree in business administration from Peking University and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE).