Qatari Prime Minister says Qatar pledges $1 billion to Board of Peace

Qatari Prime Minister says Qatar pledges $1 billion to Board of Peace

Qatari Prime Minister Announces $1 Billion Contribution to Trump’s Board of Peace

Qatar has pledged a $1 billion contribution to secure a permanent seat on President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, a newly established international body focused on advancing peace efforts in Gaza and broader global conflict resolution. The commitment, confirmed by Qatari Foreign Minister Khalid bin Mohammed al-Attiyah, aligns with the board’s mandate to oversee the implementation of a U.S.-led 20-point Gaza ceasefire plan, including the deployment of an international security force, disarmament of Hamas, and reconstruction of the war-battered territory according to the report.

The Board of Peace, which requires a $1 billion contribution for permanent membership, has drawn interest from at least 15 countries, including Hungary, Vietnam, Jordan, Greece, and India, with invitations extended to others such as Canada, Turkey, and Australia as reported. Permanent members, unlike those with three-year appointments, gain a lasting role in shaping the board’s initiatives. The U.S. is expected to formalize the membership list during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Qatar’s involvement underscores its longstanding role in Gaza-related diplomacy. In 2014, the country pledged $1 billion for post-conflict reconstruction, though challenges persisted due to political tensions and donor fatigue according to historical records. This latest contribution positions Qatar as a key player in Trump’s vision for a “bold new approach to resolving global conflict,” with the board potentially rivaling the U.N. Security Council’s influence as the article states.

The executive committee, comprising figures such as U.S. Secretary of State Rubio, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, and World Bank President Ajay Banga, will oversee implementation. Qatar, alongside Egypt and Turkey, will also serve as a ceasefire monitor, leveraging its regional ties to Hamas and Israel according to the announcement.

While the U.S. emphasizes the board’s focus on Gaza, Israel has raised concerns about the uncoordinated nature of the initiative. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office criticized the executive committee as “contrary to its policy,” though specifics were not provided as noted in the report.

The Board of Peace’s financial model—relying on substantial contributions from member states—reflects Trump’s broader strategy to bypass traditional multilateral frameworks. With Gaza’s reconstruction estimated in the billions, the board’s success will depend on sustained funding and political cooperation amid ongoing regional tensions.

Source: PBS Newshour
Historical record: Taipei Times