What's Happening?
Lara Crouch Parker has rejoined the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) as a senior associate in the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department. With over 15 years of experience in U.S. strategy in Asia, Parker has held significant roles
in the U.S. government, private sector, and research community. Her previous positions include director of Southeast Asia on the National Security Council and senior professional staff member on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Parker's expertise in Asia strategy, particularly regarding China and Taiwan, has been instrumental in shaping U.S. foreign policy. She is currently the director of U.S. Policy Practice at Garnaut Global.
Why It's Important?
Parker's return to CSIS highlights the think tank's focus on strengthening its expertise in Asia-Pacific geopolitics, a region of increasing strategic importance to the U.S. Her experience in crafting policy options for trade, supply chain resilience, and defense cooperation will be valuable as the U.S. navigates complex relationships with China and other Asian nations. Parker's insights could influence U.S. policy decisions, particularly in areas related to economic and military strategy in Asia. Her role at CSIS will likely contribute to the think tank's research and policy recommendations on critical issues affecting U.S. interests in the region.
