The “Board of Peace” is an international body established under former U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative, primarily focused on post-conflict governance and reconstruction in the Gaza Strip, under controversy of Pro-Israel backing.
Chaired by Trump himself, the board brings together a mix of international political figures, business leaders, and technocrats to oversee stabilization efforts.
Its stated aim is to create a centralized mechanism for managing post-war reconstruction while promoting regional stability. The board operates above a local Palestinian technocratic committee that administers day-to-day governance in Gaza. While the initiative has been presented as a means to expedite peace and reconstruction, it has sparked controversy internationally. Critics argue it risks undermining existing multilateral institutions, such as the United Nations, by establishing a parallel, U.S.-led authority. Critics also argue about potential civil unrest as it is backed by many pro-Israel figures.
The board’s proposed structure includes permanent seats for contributing nations, reportedly requiring significant financial commitments, alongside rotating memberships, a feature that has drawn particular scrutiny and debate over transparency and legitimacy. Overall, the Board of Peace represents a highly unconventional approach to conflict management and post-war governance, reflecting both Trump’s personal leadership style and a U.S.-centric model of international intervention.
Source: Al Jazeera
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/18/who-is-part-of-trumps-board-of-peace-for-gaza
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/18/trumps-board-of-peace-appears-to-seek-wider-mandate-beyond-gaza
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