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Board of Peace is an international peace and reconstruction mechanism launched at the end of 2025 by United States President Donald Trump and formally established by a treaty signed on 22 January 2026 in Davos. The Board, created on the basis of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, operates with the aim of ensuring a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, conducting post-war reconstruction, and establishing regional stability. Structurally an international peacebuilding organization, the Board is composed of four main organs: President Donald Trump, the Executive Council, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), and the International Stability Force (ISF). The Board’s administrative headquarters is located in Washington D.C., while its regional operations center is in Cairo.
The legal foundation of the Board of Peace was established by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, adopted on 17 November 2025. This resolution endorsed the implementation of the “Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict” announced by US President Donald Trump and authorized the creation of four main structures: Board of Peace, Peace Governance Board, National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (National Committee for the Administration of Gaza), and International Stability Force (International Stability Force).
US President Donald Trump announced on 16 January 2026 via his social media account that the Board had been formally established. In his statement, Trump said, “I am honored to announce the establishment of the Board of Peace. Its members will be announced shortly, but I can say it is the largest and most prestigious board ever formed.”
In the same statement, Trump indicated that the ceasefire in Gaza had entered its second phase and noted that ““the fighting had ceased in the first phase and substantial humanitarian aid had been delivered to the region.” He also stated that the technocratic government to be established for Gaza’s administration would be supported by the High Representative of the Board of Peace.
The Board of Peace acquired its legal status through the ratification of an international treaty. This treaty entered into force on 22 January 2026 at a signing ceremony held in Davos, Switzerland. According to its statute, member states acquire temporary membership for three-year terms, while states contributing over one billion US dollars within the first year gain permanent membership status.
The Trump administration clarified in its briefing that the Board of Peace would operate as an international peacebuilding organization with a mandate extending beyond Gaza to include global conflict zones.
The White House’s published plan document defines the Board of Peace’s responsibilities as “coordinating humanitarian aid, monitoring military disarmament, overseeing interim administrative structures, and laying the groundwork for lasting peace agreements.”
The signing ceremony for the “Charter for the Board of Peace for Gaza” was held on 22 January 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, as part of the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum. The ceremony was presided over by US President Donald Trump. At the ceremony, Trump stated, “When this body is fully established, we can do anything we want on every issue.”
The ceremony was attended by Argentine President Javier Milei, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, on behalf of the Emir of Qatar, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, from the United Arab Emirates, Khalid bin Khalifa Al Mubarak, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Bahraini Minister of the Royal Court Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña, and Mongolian Prime Minister Gombojavyn Zandanshatar. Israel did not send a representative. Representatives from the United Arab Emirates, Hungary, and Pakistan signed the charter at the ceremony.
Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy did not send representatives. UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that her country would not be among the signatories, citing as the reason the invitation extended to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez was invited, but his government indicated the invitation was still under review.
Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitriy Peskov stated that Russia had “carefully examined the proposal.” However, Russia was not represented at the ceremony. White House Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff told CNBC that “discussions with Russian officials on this matter will take place.” France and Germany rejected the invitation. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that her government “needed more time” and emphasized that Italy remained “open to the initiative.” Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot declared that Belgium would not sign, asserting that “a coordinated European response is necessary.” Sweden, Slovenia, and Norway also declined the invitation.
At the Davos signing ceremony, US President Donald Trump noted that 59 countries were participating in the Gaza Peace Board, stating, “Fifty-nine countries have joined the peace process in the Middle East. Most are not from the Middle East but are nearby.” Trump said that the world was “safer” a year ago and highlighted that many conflicts had lasted over 30 years.
Among the tensions cited by Trump were India-Pakistan, Cambodia-Thailand, and Democratic Republic of the Congo-Rwanda conflicts. He noted ongoing efforts to reduce tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt. Speaking on developments in Syria and Venezuela, Trump then elaborated on the Gaza Peace Board, stating they had disclosed further details and emphasized that the Board had the potential to become one of the most effective institutions ever established.
Trump said, “It is a great honor for me to lead this Board. I was deeply honored when asked to do so. We have an amazing group of people and incredible young individuals managing this from within. Everything is going very well.” He stressed that “almost every country wants to be part of this Board,” and added that “the world’s best leaders are serving on this Board.” Trump recalled that in October 2025 they had published a plan to end the fighting in Gaza, and that this vision had been unanimously approved by the United Nations Security Council at the end of last year. He asserted that “this plan enabled humanitarian aid to reach Gaza,” and thanked all countries supporting this effort.
Trump said, “We have maintained the ceasefire in Gaza with great diligence and will continue to do so, enabling us to deliver record levels of humanitarian aid.” He emphasized that Hamas must release all prisoners and that the US was determined to demilitarize Gaza, ensure its proper governance, and rebuild it beautifully.
The US President said, “As long as we succeed in Gaza, we can move on to other issues, and we will be very successful in Gaza.” He added, “Many wonderful things have happened, but I truly wanted to be here and do this. I could not think of a better place because so many people are gathered here, and now we are here to fully activate the Board of Peace.” After his speech, Trump returned to the podium to thank officials involved in establishing the Board, declaring it “bigger and better than ever before.”
Trump emphasized that everything was about location, saying, “Fundamentally, I am a real estate developer and everything is about location. I said, ‘Look at this location by the sea (Gaza).’ How wonderful this can be for so many people. People living in terrible conditions will live in excellent conditions. Everything began with location. This is the view they see when they look at the sea, and there are very few such places.”
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in his speech at the ceremony, described the Board of Peace as an “action council.” He noted that US President Donald Trump was willing to speak and cooperate with everyone, always prioritizing American security, and stated, “The reason they are here is because of his vision.”
Rubio noted that “a few months ago, people thought the situation in Gaza could not be resolved,” and added that “many institutions that have served their people for the past 70 years have done nothing on this issue.” He said, “Today we stand together with all our partners and now as members of the Peace Board; I believe the Board’s potential is limitless. Of course, the primary and most important focus of the Board is to ensure the permanence of this peace agreement in Gaza.”
Rubio stated that US President Trump would do everything necessary to ensure success and added, “I also want to commend the extraordinary leaders here today. This is not just a peace board; it is an action council—just as President Trump is an action president.”
Rubio said this Board “sets a model for what is possible elsewhere in the world.” He emphasized that the Board’s current focus is Gaza and noted that “the priority agenda is implementing the plan for Gaza’s and the region’s future.” He affirmed that “the Board of Peace will demonstrate the necessary time and effort to resolve this issue,” and added that “it will serve as an example for other regions and conflicts that seem impossible to solve.”
Rubio thanked countries that signed, committed to sign, or are preparing to join the Board. He noted that the participating countries have diverse identities and “this initiative will produce remarkable results,” and expressed confidence that more countries would join the Board in the future.
Jared Kushner, son-in-law of US President Donald Trump, emphasized in his speech that the goal was to “end years of despair in Gaza.” He noted that “more than 100 days have passed since the ceasefire agreement, and more progress has been made in recent months than seemed possible,” and affirmed that “in the next 100 days, we will continue to focus on humanitarian aid and create the necessary conditions for progress.”
Kushner said, “The Gaza Peace Plan has been realized thanks to President Trump’s leadership and the efforts of many people.” He noted that “many individuals criticized Israel, while Israelis criticized Turkey and Qatar, escalating the situation.” Kushner stated, “We worked together with Israel, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates. Everyone worked together to make this happen.”
Kushner announced that “a conference will be held soon in Washington to announce contributions from the private sector,” adding, “There will be wonderful investment opportunities. I know investing in such a place carries some risk, but we ask you to trust us and strive to be part of this.”
Kushner noted that since 7 October 2023, tens of thousands of lives have been lost in Gaza, 60 million tons of rubble have been generated, and 90,000 tons of military equipment have been used. He emphasized the importance of the United Nations’ support for the peace plan, stating, “Therefore, a new institution like the Board of Peace is needed to work with the UN.”
Kushner pointed out that 85% of Gaza’s GDP currently comes from aid and that this is unsustainable. He said, “No one will invest without security. No one will come to build there. We need investments to create employment.”
Kushner stated that a comprehensive plan for Gaza’s reconstruction has been prepared, and that the process will proceed on the basis of security and governance. He indicated that Gaza will be rebuilt in phases, with large-scale housing and infrastructure projects expected to be implemented within two to three years.
US President Trump’s Special Envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, spoke at the signing ceremony for the Charter of the Board of Peace for Gaza in Davos, Switzerland. Witkoff expressed pride in speaking after a mission widely considered “impossible” and “unattainable,” saying, “We have achieved a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.” He stated that through their efforts, “we have brought hope to Gaza and to other regions where the Board of Peace will operate,” and thanked President Trump for giving him the opportunity to serve in this mission.
Witkoff thanked those present for their contributions to the ceasefire agreement, extending gratitude to Foreign Minister Fidan and MİT Chief Kalın. He also thanked Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatari diplomat Ali Al-Thawadi, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Witkoff expressed gratitude to members of the Board of Peace for their months of hard work and acknowledged other officials from the US government who contributed to the ceasefire efforts.
The Foreign Minister of the Republic of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan, attended the signing ceremony in Davos on behalf of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. After the signing ceremony, Fidan made statements to the press. Fidan emphasized that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan had worked tirelessly to stop the massacres and genocide in Gaza, stating, “The Board of Peace is a place where many countries are genuinely trying to reconcile their differing views. This reconciliation is not easy; it requires serious diplomatic negotiation and struggle. Now we are witnessing that the fighting on the ground has moved to the negotiation table.”
Fidan said many steps still need to be taken with the Board of Peace and noted that the first meeting had already taken place. He stated that steps needed to be taken to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza and that these had been discussed, adding, “We have now put on the table what kind of initial initiatives the committee composed of Palestinians must implement. These are very concrete issues, and as they are implemented, I believe the Board of Peace will become even more valuable, both in terms of humanitarian aid and other matters.”
The institutional structure of the Board of Peace was defined by the draft treaty released by the US administration and the plan documents published by the White House. The Board consists of four core elements: a presidential system, an executive council, a technocratic governance committee, and an international security unit.
The presidency of the Board of Peace is held by US President Donald Trump. The presidency includes the authority to appoint the Executive Council, approve memberships, assign international representatives, and set the Board’s agenda.
The members of the Executive Council, the Board’s executive body, will be announced on 22 January 2026. The initial members specified in the treaty are:
The Executive Council’s mandate includes financial oversight, management of international funds, coordination of humanitarian aid operations, and approval of reconstruction processes.
The National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), established by the Board to carry out interim governance activities in Gaza, is defined as the first implementing body of President Trump’s Board of Peace plan. The Committee is chaired by Dr. Ali Shaas.
The Committee is tasked with re-establishing Gaza’s public institutions during the transition period, coordinating infrastructure and humanitarian aid, and cooperating with international observer missions. The National Committee for the Administration of Gaza consists of 15 members, all Palestinian technocrats. The members and their areas of responsibility are as follows:
The Board’s administrative headquarters is located in Washington D.C.. However, a second operational center will be established in Cairo to carry out regional activities. According to the treaty, the Board’s budget will be funded by voluntary contributions from member states. The treaty uses the phrase “highest financial control and monitoring mechanisms” for funds contributed by member states.
The full text of the “Board of Peace” charter, established under the presidency of US President Trump, is as follows:
"- Preamble
We declare that lasting peace requires practical wisdom, implementable solutions, and the courage to abandon approaches and institutions that have repeatedly failed. We acknowledge that lasting peace is possible only when peoples assume responsibility for their own futures and are empowered accordingly. We affirm that durable stability in regions long deprived of peace can only be established through sustainable and effective partnerships based on shared obligations and commitments. We are dismayed by how many peacebuilding approaches have nurtured dependency and entrenched fragility rather than resolving crises. We emphasize the urgent need for a more flexible and effective international peacebuilding mechanism.
In this spirit, the parties, determined to form a coalition of states committed to practical cooperation and effective action, adopt the Charter of the Board of Peace.
- Article 1 – Mission
- Section I: Objectives and Functions
The Board of Peace is defined as an international organization aimed at promoting stability in conflict-affected or conflict-threatened regions, re-establishing rule-based and good governance, and ensuring lasting peace.
The Board engages in peacebuilding activities, including developing and disseminating best practices for peace efforts, in accordance with international law and within the framework defined in this Charter.
- Section II – Membership
- Article 2.1 – Member States
Membership in the Board of Peace is limited to states invited by the President. Membership takes effect immediately upon a state’s notification of acceptance of this Charter.
- Article 2.2 – Responsibilities of Member States
(a) Each member state shall be represented at the level of head of state or government on the Board of Peace.
(b) Member states shall support the Board’s activities in accordance with their domestic legal frameworks. No provision of this Charter implies the establishment of jurisdiction on the territory of member states or mandatory participation in specific peacebuilding tasks without their consent.
(c) Membership shall be for a maximum of three years and may be renewed by the President. However, this time limit does not apply to states contributing over one billion US dollars to the Board within the first year of the Charter’s entry into force.
- Article 2.3 – Termination of Membership
Membership shall terminate under the following circumstances:
- Article 2.4 – Withdrawal
Any member state may immediately withdraw from the Board by providing written notice to the President.
- Section III – Governance
- Article 3.1 – Board of Peace
The Board of Peace consists of member states. The Board votes on fundamental policy decisions, including budget approval, establishment of subordinate bodies, appointment of senior officials, adoption of international agreements, and monitoring of new peacebuilding initiatives.
The Board shall meet at least once a year. Each member state has one vote. Decisions are adopted by a majority of voting members and require the President’s approval. In the event of a tie, the President shall cast the deciding vote. The President may invite regional organizations to participate in the Board’s work as deemed necessary.
- Article 3.2 – President
(a) Donald Trump shall serve as the first President of the Board of Peace and as the first representative of the United States, exercising his duties solely in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.
(b) The President has exclusive authority to establish, modify, or dissolve subordinate bodies as necessary or appropriate for fulfilling the Board’s mission.
- Article 3.3 – Succession and Replacement
The President shall always appoint a successor. The President may only leave office upon voluntary resignation or inability to perform duties, subject to unanimous approval by the Executive Council. In such a case, the appointed successor shall immediately assume the presidency and exercise all powers and responsibilities of the President.
- Article 3.4 – Subcommittees
The President may establish subcommittees as necessary or appropriate, defining each subcommittee’s mandate, structure, and operating procedures.
- Section 4 – Executive Council
- Article 4.1 – Composition and Representation of the Executive Council
(a) The President shall designate the Executive Council from among internationally respected leaders.
(b) The term of Executive Council members shall be two years. The President may terminate or renew membership at his discretion.
(c) The Executive Council shall be chaired by a Chief Executive appointed by the President and approved by a majority vote of Board members.
(d) The Chief Executive shall convene the Executive Council every two weeks during the first three months of the organization’s operation, and monthly thereafter; the Chief Executive may also call extraordinary meetings as necessary.
(e) Decisions of the Executive Council shall be adopted by a majority of present and voting members, including the Chief Executive. These decisions shall take effect immediately, subject to the President’s right of veto.
(f) The Executive Council shall establish its own internal rules of procedure.
- Section 5 – Financial Provisions
- Article 5.1 – Expenses
The expenses of the Board of Peace shall be covered by voluntary contributions from member states, other states, organizations, or other sources.
- Article 5.2 – Accounts
The Board of Peace may establish accounts as necessary to carry out its mission. The Executive Council may establish the necessary audit and monitoring mechanisms to ensure the integrity of budgets, financial accounts, and payments.
- Section 6 – Legal Status
- Article 6
(a) The Board of Peace and its subordinate bodies shall possess the necessary international legal personality and legal capacity to carry out their functions, including the power to enter into contracts, acquire movable and immovable property, initiate legal proceedings, open bank accounts, receive funds, make expenditures, and employ personnel.
(b) The Board of Peace shall secure the privileges and immunities necessary for carrying out its functions through agreements with host states or through their domestic legal frameworks. The President may delegate authority to negotiate and conclude such agreements to relevant officials.
- Section 7 – Interpretation and Dispute Resolution
Internal disputes arising between members, organs, or personnel of the Board of Peace concerning matters related to the Board shall be resolved amicably in accordance with the provisions of this Charter.
For this purpose, the President shall be the final authority on the meaning, interpretation, and application of the Charter.
- Section 8 – Amendments to the Charter
- Article 8
The Executive Council or at least one-third of the Board of Peace member states may jointly propose amendments to the Charter.
Proposed amendments shall be distributed to all member states at least thirty days before voting. Amendments shall be adopted by a two-thirds majority of Board members and approved by the President.
Amendments to Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, and 10 require unanimous approval of the Board of Peace members and the President’s approval. Once the required conditions are met, amendments shall enter into force on the date specified in the decision; if no date is specified, they shall enter into force immediately.
- Article 9
- Section 9 – Other Decisions and Directives
The President is authorized to adopt other decisions or directives necessary for fulfilling the Board’s mission, in accordance with the provisions of this Charter.
- Section 10 – Duration, Termination, and Transition
- Article 10.1 – Duration
The Board of Peace shall continue its activities unless dissolved under the provisions of this Section; upon dissolution, this Charter shall terminate.
- Article 10.2 – Conditions for Termination
The Board of Peace may be dissolved at any time by the President if deemed necessary or appropriate, or at the end of every odd-numbered year. However, if the President decides to continue the Board’s operations by 21 November of the relevant odd-numbered year, dissolution shall not occur.
Upon dissolution, the Executive Council shall determine the procedures and principles for the liquidation of all assets, liabilities, and debts.
- Section 11 – Entry into Force
- Article 11.1 – Entry into Force and Provisional Application
(a) This Charter shall enter into force upon acceptance of binding effect by three states.
(b) States that have not yet completed their domestic procedures for ratification, acceptance, or approval shall be deemed to have provisionally accepted the provisions of this Charter unless they notify the President otherwise at the time of signature.
States not provisionally applying the Charter may participate in the Board’s activities as non-voting members until their approval process is completed, with the President’s consent and in accordance with their domestic legal requirements.
- Article 11.2 – Depositary
The original text of this Charter and any amendments shall be deposited with the United States. The United States shall be the Depositary of the Charter.
The Depositary shall immediately transmit certified copies of the original text of the Charter and any amendments or additional protocols to all signatory states.
- Section 12 – Reservations
- Article 12
No reservations may be made to this Charter.
- Section 13 – General Provisions
- Article 13.1 – Official Language
The official language of the Board of Peace shall be English.
- Article 13.2 – Headquarters
The Board of Peace and its subordinate bodies may establish a headquarters and field offices in accordance with the provisions of this Charter.
The Board shall negotiate agreements with host states or states regarding headquarters and field offices.
- Article 13.3 – Seal
The Board of Peace shall have an official seal approved by the President.
In witness whereof, the undersigned duly authorized representatives have signed this Charter.
The process for joining the Board of Peace was initiated by US President Donald Trump in the first half of January 2026. Invitation letters were sent by the White House to leaders of more than 50 countries. The US administration announced that the Board would be established in its initial phase with participation from more than 20 countries.
On 19 January 2026, it was reported that Vietnam Communist Party General Secretary To Lam accepted the invitation to join the “Board of Peace,” established as a key component of the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire process. On 20 January, the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that King Mohammed VI had accepted the invitation to join the “Board of Peace.” On the same day, Armenia also accepted the invitation to join the “Board of Peace” established for Gaza.
On 20 January, United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayid Al Nahyan stated in a declaration that UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan had accepted the US invitation to join the “Board of Peace.” On 21 January, Bahrain King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa accepted the invitation to join the “Board of Peace” announced by US President Donald Trump. Azerbaijan also accepted the US invitation to join the “Board of Peace” on the same date.
On 21 January, Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani announced that her country had accepted the invitation to join the “Board of Peace.” Israel also announced on 21 January that it had accepted the US invitation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his country’s participation in the initiative and stated that this decision was made in response to the invitation from US President Donald Trump. It was also announced on 21 January that Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had accepted the invitation to join the Board of Peace. On the same day, the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement regarding the “Board of Peace” established for Gaza. The statement indicated that Pakistan had accepted the invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the Board, emphasizing the hope for concrete steps toward implementing a permanent ceasefire.
On 21 January, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates foreign ministers announced that they welcomed the invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the “Board of Peace.”
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs published the joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The statement reads: “The ministers announce their countries’ joint decision to join the Board of Peace. Each country, including the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates, will sign its accession documents in accordance with its relevant legal and other necessary procedures.”
The ministers reaffirmed their countries’ support for the peace efforts led by US President Trump and confirmed their determination to implement the mission of the “Board of Peace” as outlined in United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, which endorsed the Comprehensive Plan to End the Conflict in Gaza. The statement noted: “This mission aims to strengthen a permanent ceasefire, support the reconstruction of Gaza, and advance a just and lasting peace based on the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and statehood under international law, thereby paving the way for security and stability for all countries and peoples in the region.”
As of 22 January 2026, the US administration announced that more than 20 countries had accepted the invitation. These countries include: Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Hungary, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Albania, Bahrain, Argentina, and Vietnam
White House officials stated that countries such as Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, China, and Russia had been invited but had not yet responded.
Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed receipt of the invitation from the United States. In a statement at a meeting of the Russian Security Council, Putin said, “The proposal we have received primarily concerns the resolution process in the Middle East and the search for solutions to the urgent problems of the Palestinian people.”
It was announced that the People’s Republic of China had received an invitation but had not issued an official response. On 21 January, Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Guo Caikun responded to questions on the matter during a regular press briefing in Beijing. Speaking of China’s consistent support for multilateralism, Spokesperson Guo said, “No matter how the international landscape changes, China remains committed to the international system centered on the United Nations, the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, and the rules-based international order.” Guo avoided commenting on whether China would join the “Board of Peace.”
France, Norway, and Sweden have refused to join the Board of Peace. France stated that the Board risks overshadowing the authority of the United Nations. Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, and Canada are continuing their evaluation process. Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob announced that his country would not join the “Board of Peace” established by US President Donald Trump for Gaza. In a press conference responding to questions on the agenda, Golob stated that his country remains committed to the international order based on international law and United Nations principles.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that there is an incompatibility between the country’s constitution and the charter, saying, “An incompatibility issue with our constitution does not allow us to sign immediately.” Meloni also said, “It would not be wise for Italy and Europe to exclude ourselves from such an interesting body.”
On 23 January 2026, US President Donald Trump announced that the invitation to Canada to join the Board of Peace had been withdrawn. In a post on the social media platform Truth Social, Trump addressed Canadian Prime Minister <
Establishment and Legal Basis
Davos Signing Ceremony (22 January 2026)
Venue, Date, and Participation
Speeches and Statements
Statements by US President Donald Trump
Statements by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Statements by Jared Kushner
Statements by Steve Witkoff
Statements by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan
Structural Organization
Presidency
Executive Council
National Committee for the Administration of Gaza
Administrative Centers and Financial Framework
Board of Peace Charter
Membership and Participation Process
Joint Statement (21 January 2026)
Russia and China’s Positions
European Positions
Withdrawal of Canada’s Invitation