Trump's 'Board of Peace' Takes Shape: Morocco, UAE Join; France, UK Decline
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CNBC TV18•23-01-2026, 11:40
Trump's 'Board of Peace' Takes Shape: Morocco, UAE Join; France, UK Decline
- •Donald Trump launched a 'Board of Peace' at the World Economic Forum in Davos, aiming to oversee the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and address global conflicts.
- •Morocco, UAE, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Hungary, Argentina, and Belarus have accepted invitations to join the board.
- •France, UK, Norway, and Sweden have declined participation, citing concerns about undermining UN principles or potential Russian involvement.
- •China and Russia are still consulting on their participation, while Canada's invitation was withdrawn after criticism from its Prime Minister.
- •The board offers standard three-year memberships and permanent seats for a $1 billion payment, intended for Gaza's reconstruction.
Why It Matters: Trump's 'Board of Peace' gains some international support but faces significant rejections and skepticism.
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