Trump Gaza Peace Board: $1 Billion Secures Permanent Membership For Nations

The United States is moving closer to unveiling the membership of President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace”, a new international body intended to oversee post-war steps in Gaza, as details emerge about its structure and funding requirements. According to US officials, participation in the board could cost nations as much as $1 billion for permanent membership, signalling ambitions that extend beyond a limited advisory role.

At least eight countries have confirmed receiving invitations from Washington to join the board, which is expected to be officially announced in the coming days, potentially on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Hungary and Vietnam have publicly stated that they have accepted the invitation, becoming the first known members of the initiative.

Under the draft charter, which has not yet been made public, a $1 billion financial contribution would secure a permanent seat on the Trump-led board. Nations opting not to contribute would still be eligible for a three-year appointment, which carries no mandatory payment requirement. A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the funds raised through permanent memberships would be directed toward the reconstruction of Gaza.

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has formally accepted the invitation, with Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto confirming the decision in an interview with state radio on Sunday. Orbán is widely regarded as one of Trump’s strongest political allies in Europe, and his early endorsement of the board underscores the close alignment between the two leaders.

The proposed Board of Peace is being framed by the Trump administration as a mechanism to coordinate international involvement in Gaza’s recovery while shaping broader diplomatic efforts. However, the financial entry requirement and the opaque nature of the board’s mandate have already sparked debate among diplomats, with questions lingering over governance, accountability, and how the body would interact with existing international institutions involved in Middle East peace efforts.

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