Trump’s Global Peace Board Draws Signups, Sparks UN Wariness

President Donald Trump is promoting a self-styled ‘Board of Peace’ with indefinite chairmanship to oversee conflicts worldwide (originally Gaza reconstruction) and demanding a $1 billion permanent seat from members. Signatories include the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, and several others, while some allies have concerns or declined and others like Netanyahu are on board; France/Norway expressed caution and China remains undecided. Critics warn the expanded remit could undercut the UN, with a Davos signing ceremony highlighting the international attention and tension around the effort.