Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Makes Its Debut on the World Stage

United States President Donald Trump has officially launched his much-talked-about “Board of Peace,” a new international body he says will help end major global conflicts, including those in the Middle East.

The announcement was made during a signing ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where Trump confidently declared: “We will have peace in the Middle East.”

But while the pitch is big, reactions are mixed—and not all countries are lining up to join.

What Is the Board of Peace?

The Board of Peace comes with a hefty $1 billion price tag for permanent membership and was first introduced as a group that would help oversee Gaza’s reconstruction after Israel’s two-year war on the territory.

However, a draft of its charter suggests the board’s role goes beyond Gaza, opening the door to involvement in other global conflicts as well.

Trump will serve as chairman, with an executive lineup that includes:

• Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair

• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

• Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner

Speaking on stage, Trump said “everybody” wants to be part of the initiative.

Who’s Joining—and Who’s Saying No

According to Trump, dozens of countries have already agreed to join, while others are still considering invitations sent by Washington.

But some key players are opting out. The UK confirmed it will not sign on, joining France, Norway, Sweden, and Slovenia, all of which have declined participation.

One major concern among critics: the board could compete with or weaken the role of the United Nations. Trump addressed this directly, saying the Board of Peace would “work with many others, including the United Nations.”

Skepticism From Gaza

While diplomats debate its future, reactions on the ground in Gaza are far less hopeful.

Al Jazeera correspondent Tareq Abu Azzoum reported that many Palestinians feel disconnected from the initiative, saying there’s a strong belief that they are being treated as “a problem to be managed” rather than people whose rights are being fully addressed.

For many in Gaza, the new board feels distant—and detached from daily reality.