Korea Chair
The Korea Chair is the premier independent platform in Washington, D.C. for the advancement of major policy issues of common importance to the people of the Republic of Korea and the United States
Mission
Through nonpartisan, expert analysis and cutting-edge research on ongoing policy opportunities and security challenges facing the region, the Korea Chair promotes a greater understanding of relations between the United States, Korea, and Asia.
CSIS appointed Dr. Victor Cha, former White House official and Georgetown University professor and vice dean as the inaugural chair holder in 2009.
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Recent Analysis

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Activity at Najin Points to Continued DPRK-Russia Arms Transfers
Satellite images of Najin Port over the past two months show a high level of activity, suggesting that arms transfer between DPRK and Russia continue.
Commentary by Joseph S. Bermudez Jr. Victor Cha and Jennifer Jun — December 8, 2023

Beyond Taiwan and De-risking: Allied Strategies for Addressing the China Challenge
Commentary by Victor Cha — December 6, 2023

Japan's Foreign Policy in 2024
Podcast Episode by Victor Cha — December 4, 2023

Sinpo South Shipyard Update: Recent Activity
Commentary — November 22, 2023

The Fruits of Kim-Putin Summitry: North Korea’s Military Satellite Launch
Critical Questions by Victor Cha and Ellen Kim — November 21, 2023
All Korea Chair Content
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The Impossible State Live Podcast: The War in Ukraine and Russia-North Korean Arms Transfers: What's Next?
Event — October 18, 2023
Ongoing Arms Transfer Activity at Najin Port
Commentary by Joseph S. Bermudez Jr. Victor Cha and Jennifer Jun — October 17, 2023
Special Envoy for North Korea Human Rights Confirmed by the Senate, but Still Not in Office at the State Department
Newsletter by Robert R. King — October 11, 2023
Dramatic Increase in DPRK-Russia Border Rail Traffic After Kim-Putin Summit
Commentary by Joseph S. Bermudez Jr. Victor Cha and Jennifer Jun — October 6, 2023

Security on the Korean Peninsula
Congressional Testimony by Victor Cha — October 4, 2023
The Impossible State Live Podcast: The Sister
Event — September 28, 2023
ROK-U.S. Strategic Forum 2023
Event — September 25, 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken's Keynote Remarks at the 8th Annual CSIS ROK-U.S. Strategic Forum
Transcript — September 25, 2023
Senator Chris Van Hollen's Keynote Remarks at the 8th Annual CSIS ROK-U.S. Strategic Forum
Transcript — September 25, 2023