U.S. Invites India to Join ‘Board of Peace’ Initiative

On 18th January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump invited India to join his proposed “Board of Peace” initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts.

Key Points

Focus on Gaza Conflict: US President referred to his September 29 announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict, stating that the Board of Peace would serve as a new international organization and transitional governing authority.
Structure of the Board: The Board of Peace would be chaired for life by Donald Trump and initially focus on Gaza before expanding to address other global conflicts.
Membership Terms: Member states would normally serve three-year terms. Permanent membership could be obtained by contributing $1 billion to fund the board’s activities.
Global Participation: Invitations have reportedly been extended to around 60 countries, including France, Germany, Italy, Hungary, Australia, Canada, the European Commission, and key Middle East powers.
UN Context: A mandate for a Gaza-focused peace board was authorised by the United Nations Security Council in November, valid until 2027. Russia and China abstained, citing concerns over the limited role of the UN.