The Trump administration seeks a payment of one billion dollars from nations for seats on a board. This body carries the name of the Board of Peace. It manages the reconstruction of Gaza and addresses global security issues.
Countries secure a seat for life with the payment of one billion dollars. The payment must occur within the first year of the charter. Nations without this payment face a limit of three years for their membership. The chairman holds the power to renew these terms at his discretion.
Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace”
Powers of the Inaugural Chairman
The draft charter names Donald Trump as the chairman for the duration of his life. He possesses the authority to invite world leaders to the board. The chairman manages the funds and approves the official seal of the organisation. No resolution passes without the final approval of the chairman.
The chairman also decides the timing and the location for all voting meetings. He maintains the right to remove members from the board. A vote of two-thirds of the members can veto a removal. The chairman designates his own successor for the role.
President Donald Trump serves as the current chairman of Board of Peace
Friction with Israeli Leadership
The office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement regarding the board. The statement says the details of the body lack coordination with Israel. It claims the structure of the board runs contrary to the policy of Israel. This friction stems from the inclusion of specific nations in the governance plans.
Far-right ministers in the Israeli cabinet also reject the proposal for Gaza. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticises the inclusion of Qatar and Turkey on the executive panel. He states that countries hosting Hamas must not gain a foothold in Gaza. Smotrich urges the Prime Minister to manage this dispute with the United States.
European Union Deliberations
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen received an invitation to the board. A spokesperson confirms that the bloc is currently reviewing the request. European leaders discuss the ambitions of the board in private meetings. Some officials express concern regarding the management of funds by the chairman.
Diplomats in Brussels find the requirement of one billion dollars problematic for many nations. They suggest that the board seek to create a system outside the United Nations. Several nations in Europe work on a collective response to the proposal. These countries maintain a preference for existing international institutions.
Role of the Executive Committee
The administration formed an executive panel to support the work of the board. This committee includes figures from the worlds of politics and finance.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio
- Special Envoy Steve Witkoff
- Jared Kushner
- Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair
- World Bank President Ajay Banga
Tony Blair distances himself from the requirement of a one billion dollar fee. His office confirms his support for the plan to end the war. The committee also includes the United Nations Middle East coordinator Sigrid Kaag. This panel provides advice to the main board during quarterly meetings.
Gaza Reconstruction Objectives
The board supervises the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza. This committee consists of technocrats who manage the daily life of the territory. Ali Abdel Hamid Shaath leads the efforts to restore public services. The board coordinates the funding for the rebuilding of civil institutions.
- The board manages the disarmament of militant groups.
- It oversees the deployment of an international security force.
- The body facilitates the entry of humanitarian aid.
- It monitors the transition to a new governance structure.
Status of World Leader Invitations
The White House sent letters to sixty leaders across the globe last week. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accepted the invitation on Sunday. Vietnam also confirmed its participation through the leader of the Communist Party. Other nations continue to review the terms of the charter.
- Australia reviews the invitation and the mandate of the board.
- Canada received an invitation for Mark Carney to join the body.
- Argentina’s Prime Minister Javier Milei expresses interest in the group.
- India and Jordan appear on the list of invited nations.
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Shift from the United Nations Framework
The charter says the board chooses to depart from institutions that fail. It refers to the United Nations as an institution with a history of failure. The Board of Peace operates as a body with independent authority. This structure allows the United States to bypass the veto power of other nations.
Critics argue that the board resembles a structure from the era of colonies. They claim it denies the right of self-determination to the people in Gaza. The United Nations Office for Project Services highlights the urgent need for funds. It notes that reconstruction requires billions of dollars immediately.
Disarmament and Security Forces
The second phase of the peace plan requires the total disarmament of Hamas. A security force under the command of a United States general will patrol Gaza. Major General Jasper Jeffers takes the lead for this international force. No nation has publicly committed troops to this mission yet.
Hamas officials reject the terms regarding the surrender of weapons. They agree to hand over the administration to a committee of technocrats. However, the group maintains its influence within the territory. The board seeks to resolve these disputes through the executive committee.
Voting and Annual Meetings
The board convenes for voting meetings at least once every year. Each member state in attendance receives one vote on resolutions. The chairman sets the agenda for these meetings in advance. All decisions remain subject to the approval of the chairman.
The board maintains a seal to verify the authenticity of its acts. Members must follow the rules of the charter to keep their seats. The organization promotes stability in areas with conflict or threats of war. The United States plans to announce the full member list in Davos.
