
Chris H. Park is a research associate for the Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). He researches northeast Asian security and defense planning. Prior to CSIS, he was a majority staff intern at the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and a graduate research assistant for former deputy director of central intelligence John E. McLaughlin. Chris holds an MA in international relations from Johns Hopkins SAIS and a BA in international studies from Johns Hopkins University, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa.
In the News
As the U.S. halts military aid to Kyiv, how long can Ukraine continue to fight Russia?
Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park in CNBC — March 4, 2025
As the Money Dries Up, Lawmakers Eye Even More Aid for Ukraine
Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park in The American Conservative — September 10, 2024
Weapons from longtime foes North and South Korea have been fueling opposite sides of the war in Ukraine
Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park in Business Insider — June 18, 2024
Major trends and takeaways from the Defense Department’s Unfunded Priority Lists
Chris H. Park in Breaking Defense — April 19, 2024
Experts suggest idea of using S. Korea's 105 mm rounds to support Ukraine
Chris H. Park in Yonhap News Agency — March 26, 2024
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Fighting with Allies: Transforming Multinational Strategic Planning in the U.S. Department of Defense
Report by Sean Monaghan, Alexander Palmer, and Chris H. Park — March 26, 2025
Is Ukraine Now Doomed?
Podcast Episode by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — March 4, 2025

Is Ukraine Now Doomed?
Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — March 1, 2025
North Korean Troops Deploy to Russia: What’s the Military Effect?
Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — October 25, 2024
The Impossible State Live Podcast: Can South Korea Save Ukraine?
Event — May 13, 2024
What Is in the Ukraine Aid Package, and What Does it Mean for the Future of the War?
Critical Questions by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — May 1, 2024
What Is in the Ukraine Aid Package, and What Does it Mean for the Future of the War?
Podcast Episode by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — May 1, 2024

Can South Korean 105-Millimeter Ammunition Rescue Ukraine?
Commentary by Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park — March 22, 2024