Trump’s Lifetime Role Anchors an Expansive Hierarchy (Image Credits: Upload.wikimedia.org)
President Donald Trump established the Board of Peace through a charter signed in Davos, Switzerland, last month, positioning it as a cornerstone for Gaza’s postwar reconstruction and broader peacekeeping.[1][2]
Trump’s Lifetime Role Anchors an Expansive Hierarchy
Donald Trump holds the position of chairman for life, granting him authority to nominate successors, invite nations, and direct operations without term limits.[1] This setup places him at the top of a multi-tiered structure that includes a main board of national leaders, an executive board for diplomacy and investment, and a dedicated Gaza executive board.[3] Permanent membership demands a $1 billion contribution to a fund under Trump’s control, while others serve renewable three-year terms.[1]
The hierarchy flows from the chairman to subsidiary bodies. Nikolay Mladenov serves as director-general and high representative for Gaza. Headquarters reside at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C.[1]
| Level | Focus | Key Leader |
|---|---|---|
| Chairman | Overall Authority | Donald Trump |
| Executive Board | Diplomacy & Investment | Marco Rubio |
| Gaza Executive Board | Regional Oversight | Nickolay Mladenov |
| NCAG | Local Administration | Ali Sha’ath |
Key Players Span Business, Diplomacy, and Politics
Jared Kushner occupies prominent spots on both the executive board and Gaza executive board, advocating free-market principles to shift Gaza from aid dependency toward sustainable growth.[2][3] Other executive board members include U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, real estate developer Steve Witkoff, former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair, Apollo Global Management CEO Marc Rowan, World Bank President Ajay Banga, and advisor Robert Gabriel Jr.[4]
Founding members hail from diverse nations:
- Bahrain, UAE, Morocco, Jordan, Qatar
- Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia
- Argentina, Hungary, Indonesia, Pakistan
- Israel (joined later), Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
Observers from the EU and countries like Italy and Greece plan to attend the first meeting.[5]
Gaza Renewal Drives the Initial Mandate
The board oversees demilitarization, governance reform, and rebuilding in Gaza through the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a technocratic Palestinian body.[1] It also authorizes an International Stabilization Force to maintain security. UN Security Council Resolution 2803 endorsed these roles last November.[1]
The upcoming Washington summit on February 19 will address Hamas disarmament, announce reconstruction pledges totaling billions, and outline a $70 billion recovery framework.[5] Kushner envisions transforming Gaza’s waterfront into economic hubs like resorts and high-rises.[5]
Pushback Highlights Tensions Over Scope and Control
Critics label the board a “pay-to-play” venture that sidesteps the United Nations, with its charter omitting Gaza specifics to claim permanent global reach.[1] European nations including France, Germany, and the UK declined invitations, citing risks to multilateralism; Trump responded with tariff threats.[1]
Palestinian groups decry the real estate tilt as erasing self-determination, while some allies like Netanyahu object to Turkish and Qatari involvement.[5]
Key Takeaways:
- Trump chairs indefinitely with sweeping powers.
- Kushner leads economic vision amid family ties scrutiny.
- Focus remains Gaza, but ambitions eye world conflicts.
The Board of Peace tests whether corporate-style oversight can deliver stability in volatile regions. Its success hinges on bridging divides and securing funds. What do you think of its potential impact? Share in the comments.
