Trump's 'Board of Peace' Aims to Disrupt Global Diplomacy

New Trump-led diplomatic initiative seeks to 'secure enduring peace' but faces skepticism from allies

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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President Trump has created a new diplomatic body called the 'Board of Peace' that aims to 'secure enduring peace in areas affected or threatened by conflict'. The board, which requires $1 billion in membership fees, has an odd assortment of member nations and is led by Trump himself as the chairman for life. While the board's initial focus is on rebuilding Gaza, experts worry it could weaken the existing multilateral diplomatic system in favor of a more unilateral approach led by Trump.

Why it matters

The creation of the Board of Peace represents a significant shift in how the United States approaches global diplomacy and conflict resolution. Rather than working through established multilateral institutions like the United Nations, the Trump administration is establishing its own parallel body that will be led and controlled by the president. This raises concerns that it could undermine existing diplomatic frameworks and lead to a more unstable and unpredictable global order.

The details

The Board of Peace requires member nations to contribute $1 billion to secure a permanent seat. The initial members include an eclectic group of countries, including Argentina, Hungary, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the UAE. Several key U.S. allies, including France, Britain, and Canada, have declined to join. The board will be chaired by Trump himself, who will have the power to invite new members or expel existing ones. He will also appoint the executive committee, which includes his son-in-law Jared Kushner and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. The board's first focus is on executing Trump's 20-point plan for rebuilding Gaza, but experts caution that significant challenges remain, including the need for a lasting ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

  • The Board of Peace held its first gathering in February 2026.
  • In September 2025, Trump outlined his 20-point peace plan for Gaza.
  • The U.N. Security Council approved Trump's Gaza plan and blessed the creation of the Board of Peace in November 2025.

The players

Donald Trump

The current President of the United States and the chairman of the Board of Peace, a position he will hold for life.

Jared Kushner

Trump's son-in-law and a member of the Board of Peace's executive committee.

Tony Blair

A former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and a member of the Board of Peace's executive committee.

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