Overview of the Board of Peace
The Board of Peace, initiated by US President Donald Trump, was initially aimed at overseeing the Gaza ceasefire plan. It has since expanded to potentially address global conflicts, akin to a pseudo-UN Security Council. President Trump plans to reveal more details at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.
Developments and Membership
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to join the board, reversing his earlier criticism of its Gaza oversight.
- Pakistan has accepted the invitation, with Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expected to meet Trump at the WEF.
Charter and Structure
- A draft charter reveals President Trump, the Chair, will hold significant power, including the ability to invite members and divide voting ties.
- Permanent membership requires a $1 billion contribution.
- The board aims to offer a more agile international peace-building approach.
Invited Countries
- Participants include Israel, UAE, Morocco, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Hungary, Argentina, Belarus, and Pakistan.
- Invitation letters were also sent to leaders of Paraguay, Canada, Egypt, Turkey, India, Russia, Slovenia, Thailand, and the European Union.
Gaza Executive Board
The White House announced the formation of a Gaza Executive Board to implement the second phase of the ceasefire agreement, which includes an International Security Force and disarming Hamas.
Key Members
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
- Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair
- World Bank President Ajay Banga
