Trump Establishes Board of Peace at World Economic Forum

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, President Donald Trump conducted a signing ceremony to launch his Board of Peace.

On January 22, Trump, who will chair the new board, described it as “one of the most consequential bodies” ever created.

He opened the ceremony with an optimistic message, stating, “As everyone can see today, the first steps toward a brighter day for the Middle East and a much safer future for the world are unfolding right before your very eyes.” He added that he believes this initiative will lead to a resolution of decades of suffering and violence.

The board is part of a 20-point peace initiative aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, a plan originally developed by the Trump administration. However, Trump also suggested that the board’s efforts could extend beyond just the Middle East.

“This isn’t the United States, this is for the world,” he remarked, noting that success in Gaza could pave the way for broader applications.

The White House has reached out to 60 nations to participate in the board, which offers a three-year term for member countries. However, a permanent seat can be secured through a billion-dollar contribution.

Some countries, like France, Norway, Italy, and Sweden, have opted out, while the UK has yet to make a decision, particularly due to concerns over Russia’s involvement after President Vladimir Putin was invited.

A senior White House source indicated that around 35 world leaders have already committed, though not all names have been made public yet.

Current participating countries include Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, and several others.

During the signing, Trump was accompanied by leaders from various nations, including the presidents of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Armenia, as well as ministers from Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Qatar.

Key members of the board also include Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, among others.

Kushner presented a 100-day plan for the ceasefire in Gaza, focusing on rehabilitation of critical infrastructure like water and electricity systems, as well as plans for a future Palestinian administration.

In a statement, the White House declared the Board of Peace officially established as an international entity.