President Donald Trump’s ambitious Board of Peace has secured backing from 25 nations, even as heavyweight global players turn away. Invitations went out to nearly 60 countries grappling with hotspots like Gaza, Ukraine, Venezuela, and beyond. The board positions itself as a cornerstone for international harmony under US leadership.
Joining the roster are Israel, Bahrain, Morocco, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Egypt, Vietnam, and Mongolia. The inclusion of eight Muslim-majority states highlights unexpected regional support.
India, invited in connection with Gaza’s Phase 2 ceasefire, remains non-committal, with officials deliberating. Absentees include France, UK, China, Germany, Sweden, Norway, and others. Putin countered with a $1 billion pledge from seized Russian funds for Palestinian aid and Gaza relief, contingent on focused humanitarian work.
Zelenskyy heads to Davos for direct talks with Trump amid Ukraine’s plight. The board’s structure limits initial terms to three years, demanding a hefty $1 billion for permanence. Hesitant nations like Russia, Germany, Italy, Paraguay, Slovenia, Turkey, and Ukraine reflect skepticism. As Trump pushes this platform, it tests alliances and exposes rifts, potentially redefining peace efforts or faltering under geopolitical strains.